unknotting

present participle of unknot

Example Sentences

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
  • Its skylight en-suite with a sauna opens out to a discreet patio with a hot tub for unwinding.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 3 June 2026
  • Suites and villas lean rustic-luxe, with dark woods, stone accents, and oversized soaking tubs perfect for unwinding after a long day of wildlife spotting.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Verb
  • To compound the stress, those returning from time off frequently face a mountain of catch-up work, instantly undoing the good vibes.
    Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 8 June 2026
  • 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
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“Unknotting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unknotting. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.

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