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or untieing
as in unfastening
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or untieing
as in loosening
to disengage the knotted parts of
she always makes sure to untie her shoelaces before removing her shoes
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Push-Ups to Downward-Facing Dog This strength-stretch combo move activates the chest, core, and arms while loosening the hamstrings and calves.—
Jenny McCoy,
Outside,
30 Jan. 2026 -
Its hundreds of pressure points help stimulate circulation, relieving tension and loosening muscles.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
29 Jan. 2026
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The suit alleges the EPA’s actions violated federal law by effectively undoing a congressional directive.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Feb. 2026
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Kraft Heinz is preparing to break up later this year, undoing much of the merger forged more than a decade ago by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway and private equity firm 3G Capital.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
31 Jan. 2026
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The process of parting and moisturizing my children's hair is a moment to show them care, talk, or have quality time.—
Ambreia Meadows-Fernandez,
Parents,
30 Jan. 2026
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Recently, a stranger—who became an acquaintance over the course of a few hours—held my hug significantly longer than what’s customary upon parting ways.—
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Untying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/untying. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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