as in straightening
to cause to follow a line that is without bends or curls
you should unkink the garden hose before you turn on the water
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straightening
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Corry said, demonstrating the command of her muscles by flexing and straightening her knees in a quick dip.—
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Why spend hours straightening and perfecting when this wig comes ready-made for that polished, effortless vibe?—
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25 Sep. 2025
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“Unkinking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unkinking. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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