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back straight

The correct spelling is back straight.

How to pronounce back straight

noun

Say it like: Bak- st-ray-t

The correct spelling is back straight. The straight part of a racetrack, running track, etc., opposite the finishing line; the backstretch. For example: "He got boxed in amongst four African runners in the back straight of the last lap, and was only able to get out into the clear coming into the home straight."

Usage Examples

He got boxed in amongst four African runners in the back straight of the last lap, and was only able to get out into the clear coming into the home straight.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.The straight part of a racetrack, running track, etc., opposite the finishing line; the backstretch.

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