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Recent Examples of Synonyms for straighten (out)
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The suit also includes smoothing cups and ruching that prevents lines from showing through.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026 -
Parents and beauty enthusiasts alike praise its ability to smooth stubborn bumps and improve skin texture.—
Cheryl Fenton,
Parents,
14 June 2026
Verb
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The commercial-grade knitted fabric is designed to resist tearing and fraying.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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No matter what style Barnes is toying with, their antenna perks up when relationships start to fray.—
Ethan Beck,
Pitchfork,
9 June 2026
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This magnificent property stretches across 3,000 square feet and comes with a granite hearth and wood-burning fireplace—ideal for travelers looking to unwind after a day on the slopes.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
9 Dec. 2025
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The Global 8000 has four distinct living spaces onboard, as well as separate area for crew to unwind.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
9 Dec. 2025
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“Straighten (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straighten%20%28out%29. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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