uncluttering

verb

present participle of unclutter
1
as in cleaning (off)

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2
as in facilitating

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncluttering
  1. neatening
  2. facilitating
  3. turning out
  4. unplugging
  5. smoothing
  6. easing
  7. unclogging
  8. freeing
Verb
  • If your shrub is mostly dead at the bottom, try shaping it into an attractive tree form by removing lower limbs and neatening the top.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2026
  • Several people milled around, neatening the area, touching up Cage’s makeup.
    — Susan Orlean, New Yorker, 11 Oct. 2025
Definition of neatening
Verb
  • The sanctions will target international entities engaged in facilitating Iranian trade related to shipping, oil, crypto, gold and aviation.
    — Rob Wile, NBC news, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Treasury's statement noted that violations can carry civil or criminal penalties, and that foreign financial institutions facilitating transactions for those sanctioned under one of the relevant executive orders could face secondary sanctions.
    — Richard Escobedo, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of facilitating
Verb
  • The neighborhood/area Low-key and residential, dotted with independent businesses—including workshops still turning out traditional brushes, fans, and delicate woodwork.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Alignment, in other words, is turning out to be not a problem but a set of problems.
    — Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of turning out
Verb
  • Previously, there was no way to switch the unit off without unplugging the light arm entirely.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 Aug. 2026
  • The only way to clean these is by unplugging and fully pulling your fridge out, which should be done at least once or twice a year.
    — The Spruce, The Spruce, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of unplugging
Verb
  • Instead of a pomade stick, Tauber recommends using Oribe Gel Sérum on coils, applying a generous amount around the hairline before smoothing it back with a boar bristle brush.
    — Marci Robin, Allure, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The combination bristles feel amazing on my scalp (like the best head scratch ever) while also smoothing my incredibly frizzy hair.
    — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of smoothing
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  • Ultimately, Cramer said bringing long-term rates meaningfully lower will require easing the inflationary pressures that helped push them up in the first place.
    — Alexa LoMonaco, CNBC, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Washington has praised cooperation by Sharaa’s government against the Islamic State and said easing restrictions is intended to give Syria an opportunity to stabilize, attract investment and rebuild.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of easing
Verb
  • Video is often best for hands-on tasks such as unclogging a sink, tying a tie, replacing windshield wipers or learning cooking techniques.
    — Larry Magid, Mercury News, 28 May 2026
  • Within a few weeks, Rue goes from unclogging toilets to helping manage the girls.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 20 Apr. 2026
Definition of unclogging
Verb
  • These layoffs are freeing up brilliant minds to solve real-world problems, creating new companies and an economy built on innovation beyond consumer apps.
    — Lisa Curtis, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Some analysts believe part of the recent selling stems from investors freeing up capital to participate in trading.
    — , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of freeing
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“Uncluttering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncluttering. Accessed 31 Aug. 2026.

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