Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for straighten (out)
Verb
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Iron the back side or inside of the fabric first, then flip it over to smooth the outside.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
20 July 2025 -
Downy’s wrinkle spray works in a matter of seconds: Just lay your clothing flat, spritz it with wrinkle release spray, and use your hands to smooth the material out.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
Verb
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Or the woven wool area rug in your perfect blue is frayed in one spot.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 July 2025
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Pakistan is grappling with economic volatility, regional instability, and fraying alliances.—
Jack Rosen,
New York Daily News,
21 July 2025
Verb
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The current administration has unwound certain HHS policy efforts that were put in motion by former President Biden.—
Shimite Obialo,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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While some retail traders may score quick profits, history suggests such episodes of exuberance can quickly unwind, leaving latecomers nursing losses.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
23 July 2025
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“Straighten (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straighten%20%28out%29. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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