uncoiling

Definition of uncoilingnext
present participle of uncoil

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncoiling
Verb
  • Made for unwinding, dreaming and everything in between, this 100% organic cotton sleepwear is crafted from naturally soft, breathable fabric that keeps you comfortable all night long.
    ABC News, ABC News, 11 Apr. 2026
  • That Medicaid unwinding process didn't go well in many states, and more than 25 million lost their benefits.
    Sam Whitehead, CBS News, 9 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Slowly lower your right arm overhead toward the floor while simultaneously straightening and lowering your left leg a few inches (perform the movement slowly and controlled).
    Jakob Roze, Health, 1 Apr. 2026
  • According to a report from Emory University, many Black Americans in the late 19th century turned to hair straightening to avoid discrimination.
    Lauren Winfrey, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
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“Uncoiling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncoiling. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.

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