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ruler-straight

 

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Ruler-Straight

Definition:

Adjective: Perfectly straight, like a ruler.

Senses:

  1. Geometric sense:
  2. Describing a line or object that is perfectly straight, without any bends or curves.

    Example sentence: The ruler-straight road stretched out before us, disappearing into the horizon.

  3. Figurative sense:
  4. Referring to an action or behavior that adheres strictly to a set of rules or principles.

    Example sentence: The ruler-straight student followed the teacher's instructions meticulously.

Usage:

Popular usage:

The term "ruler-straight" is commonly used to describe lines, roads, or objects that have a visually perfect straightness, emphasizing the absence of any irregularities.

Example sentence: The architect designed the building with ruler-straight walls and clean modern lines.

Local usage:

In certain local contexts, "ruler-straight" might be used metaphorically to describe individuals or things that conform strictly to local customs or traditions.

Example sentence: The town's ruler-straight traditions were upheld by the elders for generations.

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