Straight And Narrow Definition

noun
The way of proper conduct and moral integrity. Used with the .
Kept strictly to the straight and narrow.
American Heritage

(idiomatic) A path of honesty; procedure according to rules and plans.

The project would seriously go down the pan if Mrs. Foster weren't here to keep it on the straight and narrow.
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Synonyms:
  • strait and narrow

Origin of Straight And Narrow

  • Alteration (by misunderstanding) of strait and narrow from “Strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life” (Matthew 7:14) from strait

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

  • Probably "strait and narrow," from Matthew 7:14

    From Wiktionary

Straight And Narrow Sentence Examples

  • One of us has to walk the straight and narrow.

  • Open minds and open lines of communication are very important in the relationship between parents and teens; however, very few moms and dads are blessed with perfect children who walk the straight and narrow path.

  • What's especially surprising about this message, and the clothing line, is that it has punk rock roots; not necessarily a musical genre that one typically associates with walking the straight and narrow path.

  • Avoid legal pitfalls, protect your work and make sure you're walking the straight and narrow with this quick, useful read.

  • You can do the same with tracking the water you drink, how many times you exercise, or whatever it is that will help you stay on the straight and narrow to reach that thinner, healthier you.

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