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What does straight-laced mean?

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Adjective
  1. Having narrow views on moral matters; prudish.
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In the sequel, a clash of cultures ensues when the straight-laced, conservative Byrnes family meets the liberal, relaxed Fockers.
Although the official site is comprehensive and impressive, it is straight-laced compared to the more flamboyant style of the fansite.
The perfect finish for a straight-laced bottom or a fashion forward bubble shape.
Boots and other shoes are generally straight-laced, which looser laces on Sambas.
Mr. Earle's straight-laced tendencies are evident in both his colleague's reminiscences and in his interview with Mr. Small.
William Parker is a straight-laced cop with dreams of ridding L.A of its crime and endemic corruption.

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