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The phrase "a straw" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to a drinking straw or as a metaphorical expression, such as in "the last straw."
Example: "She took a sip of her drink through a straw."
Alternatives: "a drinking straw" or "the final straw."
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You'll need a straw.
This is a straw man.
That's a straw purchase.
A straw is not.
Not everything here requires a straw.
But that argument is a straw man.
One speaker called for a straw poll.
So, what exactly is a straw bale?
Mr. Ashford: A straw man.
Oh yes, plus a straw.
A straw hat was sighted.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

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