Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for straighten (out)
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The very technology designed to smooth our experience is actually increasing our discomfort with the unavoidable misunderstandings and tensions of real relationships, driving us toward isolation.—
Curt Steinhorst,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025 -
Designed to last up to 12 hours, the formula is the first of its kind to combine the properties of a setting powder and blush to smooth, blur and set the face without leaving behind a separating residue.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Downside Of course, too much Airport Dad Mode can fray nerves.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Southern Living,
15 Sep. 2025
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The accords’ real aim was security, recognition, and further integration, and this is what is fraying.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Transportation Department proposed to unwind the venture in July, leading the airlines to object.—
Leslie Josephs,
CNBC,
16 Sep. 2025
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Over time, these pink lines can harden into long-term barriers that are difficult to unwind—even after their claims are disproven.—
Hannah Fried,
Time,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Straighten (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straighten%20%28out%29. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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