Think straight Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Emotional State Used when emotions affect logical thinking, like stress or excitement. I was so worried about the exam, I couldn't think straight. Pro Tip 2/3Exhaustion Influence Highlights how being extremely tired can cloud judgment or decision-making. She hadn't slept all night and couldn’t think straight anymore. Pro Tip 3/3Under Pressure Refers to the struggle of thinking clearly when there's a lot of pressure. I had to make a decision quickly and couldn't think straight.