uncluttering

Definition of unclutteringnext
present participle of unclutter

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncluttering
Verb
  • This joint venture bridges that gap — facilitating structured capital for creative talent who otherwise would not be able to bring their projects to life.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Strong and Fudd both struggled in the first half of Sunday’s 70-52 victory at Dickies Arena, but Quinonez did everything for UConn until the superstars hit their stride, from securing defensive boards to knocking down 3-pointers to facilitating opportunities for her teammates.
    Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Several people milled around, neatening the area, touching up Cage’s makeup.
    Susan Orlean, New Yorker, 11 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • When lightning survivors insist, as many do, on unplugging their appliances in preparation for a storm, this is not tinfoil-hat mania.
    Jacob Stern, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026
  • The designer often finds that smaller spaces feel more intimate and conducive to unplugging.
    Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Scrape batter into prepared baking sheet and, using a medium offset spatula, gently spread to edges, smoothing surface.
    Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Apr. 2026
  • Even better, many leave-in conditioners and hair milks not only boast hair-smoothing benefits, but also heat protection.
    Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • But there was no sign Iran was easing its closure of the strait crucial to global oil supplies.
    ABC News, ABC News, 5 Apr. 2026
  • Still, markets largely rallied over the past week on hopes that the war could end soon, easing supply pressure on global oil markets.
    Jason Ma, Fortune, 4 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Elissa Federoff, head of distribution at Neon, notes Gen Zers are turning out to watch their Oscar nominees.
    Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 11 Mar. 2026
  • Crockett has built a national profile for zinger attacks on Republicans and focused on turning out Black voters in the Dallas and Houston areas.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 5 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • 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
Verb
  • That shift is freeing early-career professionals to spend more time on analysis and client-facing work.
    Preston Fore, Fortune, 5 Apr. 2026
  • In Austin, Texas, where the couple lives, Busby dedicated much of the past few months to freeing his wife.
    Alicia Victoria Lozano, NBC news, 5 Apr. 2026
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“Uncluttering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncluttering. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.

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