UNCLOGGING Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

unclogging

verb

present participle of unclog

as in opening

to make passage through (something) possible by removing obstructions unclog a bathroom drain with a cleaner

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as in facilitating

to free from obstruction or difficulty unclog the way for more people to take advantage of the government program

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Recent Examples of unclogging Video is often best for hands-on tasks such as unclogging a sink, tying a tie, replacing windshield wipers or learning cooking techniques. — Larry Magid, Mercury News, 28 May 2026 Within a few weeks, Rue goes from unclogging toilets to helping manage the girls. — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 20 Apr. 2026 Against Palace last week, his 75th-minute introduction for Sesko helped speed up United’s movement down the right-hand side, unclogging a stodgy attack. — Carl Anka, New York Times, 10 Mar. 2026 Inhaling the steam from and consuming a hot beverage (like water) can help with nasal congestion by breaking up mucus and unclogging the sinuses. — Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 9 Feb. 2026 Union Pacific has said the $85 billion merger would serve the public interest and secure federal approval by unclogging Chicago, a notorious bottleneck. — Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026

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Come with a small group just before opening to get your name on the list early.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
The internet and persistent digital-skills shortages then made labor markets far more transparent, opening external opportunities for workers and easier access to talent for employers.

— Kate Vitasek, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

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The school’s multi-media rights partnership with Learfield is facilitating more of those precious over-the-cap NIL deals.

— Justin Williams, New York Times, 27 July 2026
More neurons lead to greater flexibility in behavior, a characteristic that is likely facilitating Jimothy’s survival.

— Kelly Lambert, The Conversation, 23 July 2026

Definition of facilitating

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Future missions will also depend on heavy machinery capable of clearing terrain, stabilizing landing areas, and performing construction work without constant human control.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 30 July 2026
Adopting The Discipline Of Subtraction Preparing an enterprise for significant change is about clearing the path so the organization can move at full speed without derailing.

— Susana Cabrera, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

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