uncoiling

present participle of uncoil

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncoiling
Verb
  • With the cooler temperatures of fall rolling in, there's nothing like spending an evening on your porch, unwinding with a refreshing glass of sweet tea, and relishing the sights and sounds of the autumn foliage once again.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 6 Oct. 2025
  • The padded headboard is perfect for reading or unwinding, and the wood slat base provides sturdy support without a box spring.
    Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Relax the tail by straightening it out.
    Kathryn Gregory, Louisville Courier Journal, 14 Oct. 2025
  • Corry said, demonstrating the command of her muscles by flexing and straightening her knees in a quick dip.
    Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
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“Uncoiling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncoiling. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.

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