Meaning of straight and narrow in English

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  2. Noun
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  1. Noun

    straight and narrow

    Definitions

    1. the way of proper and honest behavior

    Examples

    • « he taught his children to keep strictly to the straight and narrow »

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  • « My dad's era believed that there was something noble in being a good guy - the kind of guy that lived straight and narrow, told the truth, and stood up for what he believed was right. »
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