Meaning: To correct someone’s misunderstanding or misconception; to provide accurate information.
Usage in Example Sentences:
- “He thought the meeting was next week, so I set him straight.”
- “There were a lot of rumors going around, but she set everyone straight with the facts.”
- “Let me set you straight about how the process actually works.”
Origin: The phrase “set someone straight” likely originates from the idea of aligning or correcting something that has gone off course. It became common in English as a way to describe offering clarity or correction to someone who is mistaken.
