Pronunciation: /streɪt feɪs/
noun a person's facial expression showing no emotion or amusement
A1 She tried to tell a joke, but couldn't keep a straight face.
A2 He always maintains a straight face during difficult situations.
B1 The detective questioned the suspect with a straight face.
B2 Despite the shocking news, she managed to keep a straight face.
C1 The politician delivered the speech with a straight face, hiding his true emotions.
C2 The actor's ability to maintain a straight face during intense scenes is commendable.
adjective having a serious or composed expression on the face
A1 She always keeps a straight face during serious conversations.
A2 The teacher tried to maintain a straight face while explaining the difficult concept.
B1 He struggled to keep a straight face when his friend told a funny joke.
B2 Despite the shocking news, she managed to maintain a straight face in front of her colleagues.
C1 The politician's ability to keep a straight face during tough interviews was impressive.
C2 Even in the most challenging situations, she always presents a straight face to the public.
formal Despite the shocking news, he maintained a straight face during the meeting.
informal I couldn't keep a straight face when she told that joke.
slang He was trying to act cool, but he couldn't hold a straight face.
figurative She told such a ridiculous story that I couldn't help but burst out laughing, unable to keep a straight face.
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