straightening (out)

present participle of straighten (out)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for straightening (out)
Verb
  • The jeans’ gap-proof waistband, stomach-smoothing technology, high-rise fit perfect for layering over bodysuits, and chic black hue.
    Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2025
  • The pumpkin powerhouse smoothing and exfoliating lip mask was a personal favorite, lasting for hours on our lips.
    Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 18 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Al-Omari is uneasy about signs that Arab unity on disarmament is already fraying.
    Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2025
  • But already the controls are fraying.
    MSNBC Newsweek, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
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“Straightening (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straightening%20%28out%29. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.

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