Staines Massif character Scots hooligan put straight (7)

I believe the answer is:

aligned

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'put straight' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for aligned that I've seen before include "Linearly positioned" , "joined forces" , "Arranged in rows" , "Placed in the right relative position" , "Dealing (anag) - straight?" .)

I've seen this clue in The Telegraph.

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