一直線
Meanings
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Refers to a literal straight line, often used in geometry, drawing, or describing a direct path.
Please draw a straight line using a ruler.
This road goes straight to the station.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉へ一直線に向かうto head straight for a place
He headed straight for the goal.
- 道が一直線に伸びるfor a road to stretch in a straight line
The road stretches in a straight line all the way to the horizon.
- 一直線に走るto run in a straight line
The dog ran straight to its owner.