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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are straightened" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when describing the action of making something straight or correcting its position.
Example: "The wires are straightened before being connected to the circuit."
Alternatives: "are aligned" or "are corrected".
Dictionary
are straightened
verb
To cause to become straight.
Exact(31)
A year later, Mr. James's teeth are straightened, yet he's still sporting a prosthetic grille.
The long and powerful hind limbs are straightened rapidly from the crouching position, propelling the frog through the air.
Eventually the mistaken identities are straightened out, establishing the presumed tutor as Lucentio, wealthy and suitable enough.
And in the monumental confusion before the misdirected affections are straightened out, all four end up breathless and nearly naked.
He says he will stay at the helm "for the duration," until the company's problems are straightened out.
Two authors of young-adult novels say agents suggest books are easier to sell if gay characters are "straightened" or nonexistent.
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Twist the hair toward your head, then pull down as though you are straightening it.
Take note of how much hair you are straightening at once.
Always use a heat protectant when you are straightening your hair.
Be careful you don't burn yourself if you are straightening your hair in a rush.
Are bow legs a problem, and can they be straightened?
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