Which is correct:
"straight-forward" or "straightforward"?

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straight-forward

This is a correct construction but less commonly used.

This is an acceptable way to write the word "straightforward," but it is less common and may be considered outdated. It is better to use the unhyphenated form.

Alternatives:

  • straightforward

straightforward

This is the more commonly used and accepted spelling.

This is the correct and more commonly used spelling of the word meaning direct and clear. It is recommended to use this form in your writing.

Alternatives:

  • straight-forward
Both "straight-forward" and "straightforward" are correct, but the more commonly used and accepted spelling is "straightforward." The hyphenated version is less common and may be considered outdated.

Last updated: March 26, 2024

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