Straighten (verb)

  1. To make or become straight.
  2. To put in order; to make neat and tidy.
  3. To correct or put right.
  4. To resolve or clarify.

Origin:

Early 16th century (in the sense "make straight"): from straight + -en.

Examples:

  1. She straightened the picture on the wall.
  2. He straightened his tie before the interview.
  3. She straightened out the problem with the customer.
  4. He straightened his hair with a flat iron.
  5. The company straightened out the financial problems with the help of a new accountant.
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