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unclog

verb

un·​clog ˌən-ˈkläg How to pronounce unclog (audio)
unclogged; unclogging; unclogs
Synonyms of unclognext

transitive verb

: 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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Check all sink and shower drains and unclog them if necessary. Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Dec. 2025 The department said the man was attempting to unclog the blower. Jeramie Bizzle, CBS News, 30 Nov. 2025 Ultrasonic waves with 35K Hz vibrations per minute, ionic technology How to Use: Keeping skin damp, glide the tip of the spatula over congested areas to unclog pores. Emily Orofino, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2025 Applying a pea-size amount of Differin’s retinoid formula to your face nightly can speed up cell turnover, reduce inflammation, and unclog pores. Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 18 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unclog

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1616, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unclog was circa 1616

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“Unclog.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unclog. Accessed 8 Dec. 2025.

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unclog

verb
un·​clog ˌən-ˈkläg How to pronounce unclog (audio)
-ˈklȯg
: to free from a difficulty or obstruction

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