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as in to police (up)
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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.
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Elizabeth Gulino, refinery29.com, 25 Aug. 2022
After that episode, Mr. Pomeroy enlisted Greg Dyer, a former district manager at the F.A.A., to help unclutter the tarmac.
—New York Times, 1 July 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
Elizabeth Gulino, refinery29.com, 25 Aug. 2022
After that episode, Mr. Pomeroy enlisted Greg Dyer, a former district manager at the F.A.A., to help unclutter the tarmac.
—New York Times, 1 July 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unclutter
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The technology uses specialized connectors known as Transformers to facilitate bi-directional communication, enabling robots to both read from and write to various machines on the production floor.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Oct. 2025
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India’s new anti-betting law poses serious punishments for offenders, including potential prison terms for people who facilitate, promote or finance for-money online gaming.—
Dan Bernstein,
Sportico.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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These secluded retreats, situated on 13 acres bordering Pisgah National Forest and Spring Creek, are the ultimate place to unwind and unplug.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
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The next important step is to unplug the refrigerator and move it away from the wall.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Oct. 2025
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Several people milled around, neatening the area, touching up Cage’s makeup.—
Susan Orlean,
New Yorker,
11 Oct. 2025
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To neaten up the drawer, use clear or white plastic magazine or file holders nestled side by side to hold boxes and packages of frozen foods.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
23 June 2025
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Key Takeaways Cumin, coriander, and fennel may ease bloating and gas by supporting digestion.—
Stephanie Brown,
Verywell Health,
17 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, worries about oversupply have pressured the oil market, with the price of Brent and WTI both at near five-month lows – potentially easing the inflation burden for Americans, if gas prices follow oil prices lower.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
17 Oct. 2025
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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
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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
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The window turned out to be the window of the men’s bathroom.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Oct. 2025
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Alcaraz played an exhibition against American Frances Tiafoe in the uptown arena, which turns out to hold a tennis court nicely and hosted 16,194 fans.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Sometimes the most effective way to unclog your sink to remove any debris yourself with the help of a zip tool.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
18 Sep. 2025
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And, thanks to its ability to help unclog pores and manage P.acnes bacteria, it’s also used to prevent acne from forming in the first place—even for those with sensitive skin.—
Marie Courtois,
Vogue,
18 Sep. 2025
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Spending on things like housecleaning services or grocery delivery left people feeling more satisfied than spending on things like new clothes and wine.—
Ashley Whillans and Michael Norton,
WSJ,
10 Sep. 2017
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If a company tells you it is bonded, know that doesn’t mean much: The bonds housecleaning services buy protect the company, not you.—
Kevin Brasler,
The Seattle Times,
28 Apr. 2017
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“Unclutter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unclutter. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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