Originally used by college students in the
metro Atlanta area, it is a term that constitutes a state of
stability, whether it may be financially, mentally, spiritually, etc. It is usually used in a
self-reference.
It is commonly used either as a response or a stand-alone statement. When used correctly, the context and usuage of the phrase may drastically change, but the point is still delievered flawlessly.
Guy1- "Man, I need a roommate with a good job who can make the payments, you think you can handle it?"
Guy2- "My friend, money is not an issue,
i'm straight like that."
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Guy1- "You smoking with us tonight man?"
Guy2- "Nah dude,
I'm straight like that."
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Guy1- "We have no beer for the party tonight!
What are we going to do!"
Guy2- "No worries man, I'm straight like that."