Straightening
['stretn]
Examples
- In connection with the cards, combers and strippers are used to assist in further cleaning and straightening the fibre, which is finally removed from the cards and the combs by the doffer. William Henry Doolittle. Inventions in the Century.
- Care at this stage reduces the necessity for straightening later. Various. The Wonder Book of Knowledge.
- When that person discloses, said Mr. Jaggers, straightening himself, you and that person will settle your own affairs. Charles Dickens. Great Expectations.
- To Canada, said he, straightening himself up; and when I'm there, I'll buy you; that's all the hope that's left us. Harriet Beecher Stowe. Uncle Tom's Cabin.
- I suppose there's no need to, in heaven, she said, straightening her loosened braids with a laugh, and bending over the tea-kettle. Edith Wharton. The Age of Innocence.
- The wire is first passed through a series of rapidly revolving, straightening rolls which take out all twists and kinks. Various. The Wonder Book of Knowledge.
- Such distinguished people to know, remarked Sarah, straightening herself in the chair; and on such gratifying terms of equality too! Wilkie Collins. The Woman in White.
- He rose suddenly, straightening himself with an effort. Edith Wharton. The House of Mirth.
Edited by Jeanne