Phrasal Verb: Straighten out

Meaning: Make something straight

Example: I'm always having to STRAIGHTEN OUT the wires connected to my computer.

Meaning: Deal with a problem

Example: I had to STRAIGHTEN OUT things after the mess they had made.

Meaning: Make clear and resolve

Example: There are a few issues I'd like to STRAIGHTEN OUT first.

Meaning: Improve someone's behaviour

Example: Starting work has STRAIGHTENED him OUT and calmed him down.