UNCLUTTER Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

unclutter

verb

Definition of unclutter

as in to police (up)

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as in to facilitate

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Recent Examples of unclutter That New Year's vibes will give us the urge to unclutter our lives, both physically and emotionally. — Elizabeth Gulino, refinery29.com, 25 Aug. 2022 This company’s screwdriver sets have helped to unclutter thousands upon thousands of our readers’ toolboxes over the years, and Nanch’s best-sellers are getting more and more popular by the day. — Maren Estrada, BGR, 21 May 2021

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Verb

Deadheading can not only neaten your garden, but also encourage a new round of blooms.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 3 June 2026
Several people milled around, neatening the area, touching up Cage’s makeup.

— Susan Orlean, New Yorker, 11 Oct. 2025

Definition of neaten

Verb

The problem, however, is that the legislation would allow the president to impose tariffs of up to 100% on the top buyers of Russian oil and gas, and on countries that facilitate Russian sanctions evasion.

— Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 30 July 2026
Detroit’s announcement said Yzerman will remain in his current role to facilitate day-to-day hockey operations in the interim, but for any major transactions, there’s a clear incentive for the next general manager to set the direction.

— Max Bultman, New York Times, 30 July 2026

Definition of facilitate

Verb

Tony's has a full bar and turns out quality versions of some of the greatest hits.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
Detectives quickly determined that Blake’s handgun was not the murder weapon, which turned out to be a Walther P38 9-millimeter pistol that had been dumped in the big commercial trash bin.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 30 July 2026

Definition of turn out

Verb

To be on the safe side, unplug large electronic devices and other devices that are not plugged into a surge protector.

— Tessa Cooper, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2026
Mosley's edible candles are meant to create conversation, encourage families to unplug and give restaurants a memorable experience customers can't get at home.

— Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of unplug

Verb

Deloitte also expects the pressure that pushed the industry to adapt in recent years to ease in 2026, as the United States and the European Union postpone climate disclosure deadlines.

— Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
While Tehran's civilian government is seeking economic relief and sanctions easing, elements within the security establishment may view continued pressure in the strait as an important source of leverage.

— Emma Graham, CNBC, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of ease

Verb

But the unstopping competition between the big two auction houses, especially in the realm of fine art, has put extraordinary power into the hands of the people who have those things to sell.

— Sam Knight, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Hundreds of protesters, who had promised to be a visible presence here and filled several sections of the arena, let out an elated, unstopping cheer.

— MONICA DAVEY and JULIE BOSMAN, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2016

Definition of unstop

Verb

Retinol makes a person’s skin brighter, can also help clear up and even prevent brown pigmentation, unclog pores and help with acne and skin tone unevenness.

— Rachel Burchfield, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Shower Drains Vinegar and baking soda can clean shower drain covers and help unclog a slow drain.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 28 June 2026

Definition of unclog

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