unclogged; unclogging; unclogs
: to free from a difficulty or obstruction
Examples of unclog in a Sentence
He had a procedure done to unclog his arteries.
finding ways to unclog busy roads
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Use the toothbrush to scrub the aerator to unclog any holes if needed.
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 17 Jan. 2026
Unplug the dishwasher or turn off the breaker before attempting to unclog the drain or call a plumber.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 16 Jan. 2026
More often than not, citric acid is combined with other exfoliating acids, like glycolic or lactic acid — both of which also brighten the skin, unclog pores, and minimize hyperpigmentation.
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 17 Jan. 2026
Unplug the dishwasher or turn off the breaker before attempting to unclog the drain or call a plumber.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 16 Jan. 2026
More often than not, citric acid is combined with other exfoliating acids, like glycolic or lactic acid — both of which also brighten the skin, unclog pores, and minimize hyperpigmentation.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 14 Jan. 2026
Naturium Azelaic Topical Acid 10% helps unclog pores and lift away the top layers of dull skin, which can be especially useful if pregnancy has triggered acne or discoloration.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 12 Jan. 2026
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“Unclog.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unclog. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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unclog
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un·clog
ˌən-ˈkläg 
-ˈklȯg
: to free from a difficulty or obstruction
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