as in cleared
allowing passage without obstruction
an unclogged pipe works much more efficiently
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as in opened
to make passage through (something) possible by removing obstructions
unclog a bathroom drain with a cleaner
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as in facilitated
to free from obstruction or difficulty
unclog the way for more people to take advantage of the government program
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Recent Examples of unclogged
Bestreviews,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
Does that mean that the system is going to become unclogged.
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CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
8 May 2026
That unclogged the pipe, allowing the waste management system to expel the urine outside the capsule, potentially clearing the system to allow the astronauts to begin using the toilet again.
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Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Keeping your drains unclogged and free-flowing is an excellent way to prevent smells from developing in your plumbing.
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Bestreviews,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
Does that mean that the system is going to become unclogged.
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CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
Verb
Repeat the process until your sink is unclogged.
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Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
8 May 2026
That unclogged the pipe, allowing the waste management system to expel the urine outside the capsule, potentially clearing the system to allow the astronauts to begin using the toilet again.
—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unclogged
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Not all pads are alike, but a footprint on the larger side involves five to ten acres of cleared, packed ground that serves as the hub for drilling equipment, which can include wellheads, pump jacks, tanks, wastewater storage pits, trailers, and flare stacks.
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What counts as a cleared sidewalk?
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San Diego opened a 2-0 lead when Miguel Andújar scored on Xander Bogaerts' double in the fourth.
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It can be poured as an apéritif, opened with takeout or brought to the table alongside a simple piece of fish.
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The AllHere deal was reportedly facilitated with the help of Debra Kerr, an edtech salesperson who maintained a long-standing personal friendship and professional association with Carvalho dating back to the 2000s, according to public records cited by the Los Angeles Times.
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So far, the program has facilitated the births of about 490 children in 12 years, according to government figures.
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McLeese said each guest in the restricted area is allowed only one clear bag no larger than a gallon, or a small clutch purse.
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There appears to be no clear association between these two lists, although the contaminant list is supposed to inform the monitoring list.
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The only food stall that was open during kickoff sold turkey legs for $23, a smash cheeseburger for $20 and a giant western sausage for $20.
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Over the last two weeks, fires have popped up in an open space area in the eastern part of the Denver metro area very close to homes.
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That means creating an easily navigable layout, incorporating soft, inviting textures and materials, and choosing extra-comfortable furniture.
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Quality systems must integrate accountability metrics to ensure processes are navigable and user-friendly.
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“Unclogged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unclogged. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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