1
as in opening
to make passage through (something) possible by removing obstructions
unclog a bathroom drain with a cleaner
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2
as in facilitating
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 unclogging
Inhaling the steam from and consuming a hot beverage (like water) can help with nasal congestion by breaking up mucus and unclogging the sinuses.
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Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 9 Feb. 2026
Union Pacific has said the $85 billion merger would serve the public interest and secure federal approval by unclogging Chicago, a notorious bottleneck.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 9 Feb. 2026
Union Pacific has said the $85 billion merger would serve the public interest and secure federal approval by unclogging Chicago, a notorious bottleneck.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unclogging
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Trump has reversed Biden-era clean energy policies, slashing solar and wind funding, ending EV tax credits and opening the Pacific Coast to oil drilling.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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Wargnier, who got the save in San Clemente’s season-opening win over Capistrano Valley Christian, allowed zero earned runs in four innings with just three hits allowed.—
Michael Huntley,
Oc Register,
25 Feb. 2026
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For all of Mayor Adams’ foibles, one of his definite achievements was the passage of the City of Yes package of legislation, which took concrete steps in the direction of facilitating more and larger development.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
25 Feb. 2026
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In addition to facilitating programs and developing new initiatives, the foundation provided scholarships totaling more than $3 million in 2025.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
24 Feb. 2026
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And don’t forget to care for your dryer, paying particular attention to clearing the vent and ducts of lint.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
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Amanda Villa, an anthropologist with the Observatory of Isolated Peoples, said Akuntsu women depend on Kanoe men for tasks considered masculine, such as hunting and clearing fields.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Unclogging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unclogging. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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