straight laced

comparative of straight-laced

/streɪt leɪst/
adjective
  1. Having very strict, traditional, and often old-fashioned moral or social attitudes.
    • He comes from a straight-laced family that values politeness and punctuality above all.
    • My straight-laced aunt disapproves of loud music and casual clothing.
    • The school's straight-laced dress code requires collared shirts and closed-toe shoes.
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