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Recent Examples of Synonyms for straightening (up)
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Businesses run by women are beginning to dominate the state’s economy, making up 40% statewide.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
16 Apr. 2026 -
San Francisco, for instance, now offers interest-free loans of up to $500,000 to first-time homebuyers making up to $218,200 annually.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
19 Mar. 2026
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With 80-120 active members and monthly tournaments drawing up to 80 players, the club thrives on human interaction.—
Sara Hansen,
Denver Post,
17 Apr. 2026
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As a Biden aide told us, allocating scarce vaccines felt like drawing up Schindler’s list.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Mar. 2026
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The trend ranges from healthy grooming to dangerous practices, such as bone-smashing using a hammer to enhance facial features, which Clavicular has advocated.—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Apr. 2026
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The benefits include grooming, better nest protection and food sharing.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Straightening (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straightening%20%28up%29. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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