as in to unravel
to separate the various strands of
untwisted the ball of thread
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Recent Examples of untwist
In a feat of precision physics, researchers from Cornell and Stanford Universities have filmed atoms twisting and untwisting in perfect sync, a choreography that unfolds in just a trillionth of a second.
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Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Nov. 2025
In rare cases, a volvulus can partially resolve on its own if the twist or obstruction is not severe and the intestine untwists spontaneously.
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Sarah Jividen,
Health,
22 Sep. 2024
After a few days or a week, gently untwist each section to give the hair a new style, which will be bigger and show off the hair's texture.
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Dory Zayas,
Parents,
26 July 2024
Twist hair onto the barrel, holding for a few seconds near the root, and then untwist.
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Claire Sullivan,
WWD,
3 Sep. 2019
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Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Nov. 2025
In rare cases, a volvulus can partially resolve on its own if the twist or obstruction is not severe and the intestine untwists spontaneously.
—
Sarah Jividen,
Health,
22 Sep. 2024
After a few days or a week, gently untwist each section to give the hair a new style, which will be bigger and show off the hair's texture.
—
Dory Zayas,
Parents,
26 July 2024
Twist hair onto the barrel, holding for a few seconds near the root, and then untwist.
—
Claire Sullivan,
WWD,
3 Sep. 2019
See All Example Sentences for untwist
Recent Examples of Synonyms for untwist
unravel
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Heard and Depp married in February 2015, but their relationship quickly unraveled.
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Even the most careful budgetary calculations can unravel when a pet needs unexpected veterinary care.
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“Untwist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/untwist. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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