unknotting

Definition of unknottingnext
present participle of unknot

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unknotting
Verb
  • The Nationals took the lead for good in the seventh inning when rookie John Klein allowed a solo home run to Keibert Ruiz, untying a game that pinch hitter Josh Bell had knotted up a half-inning earlier.
    Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 7 May 2026
Verb
  • In some cases, the cost of unwinding those decisions outweighed the initial benefits.
    Gary Galstyan, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
  • Discover the tranquility of Cuyama Valley, with its scenic landscapes and historic charm, perfect for unwinding.
    Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026
Verb
  • If the Crown Estate or royal household now sees greater utility in returning the property to multiple units, that's not necessarily undoing Harry and Meghan's work so much as adapting the space to different needs.
    Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2026
  • The hard work is going to be undoing centuries of religious, epistemic, political, and cultural erasure, and that’s up to humans.
    Anne Doran, ARTnews.com, 11 May 2026
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“Unknotting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unknotting. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.

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