straighten (out)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for straighten (out)
Verb
  • Remove pan from freezer, and pour ice cream mixture evenly over crust in pan, and smooth with an offset spatula.
    Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2025
  • Retinal is a more potent version of vitamin A and is more effective with smoothing fine lines and hyperpigmentation.
    Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The nation’s vaccination apparatus was already fraying before the rise of MAHA.
    Dhruv Khullar, New Yorker, 24 Sep. 2025
  • In response to fraying ties with Washington, South Africa has turned to Beijing, with Chinese firms this week announcing hundreds of millions of dollars of investment in industries including mining and manufacturing in Africa’s biggest economy.
    semafor.com, semafor.com, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Airlines are taking their time unwinding the current consumer regulations.
    Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 29 Sep. 2025
  • Towns to Visit Albufeira Albufeira is the Algarve's classic resort hub where travelers can unwind on the golden beaches like Falésia and find a lively marina filled with shops, restaurants, and plenty of nightlife.
    Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
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“Straighten (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straighten%20%28out%29. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.

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