straighten (out)

verb

Definition of straighten (out)next
as in to smooth

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  1. smooth
  2. fray
  3. unwind
Verb
  • Zoom in: Both Thune and Cornyn have had rocky relationships with former President Trump but have worked hard to smooth them over.
    Stef W. Kight, Axios, 1 Nov. 2024
  • Notably, both Thune and Cornyn have had rocky relationships with Trump but have worked hard to smooth them over.
    Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 1 Nov. 2024
Definition of smooth
Verb
  • Son, a naïve twenty-something who has never seen the outside world, is fascinated by the newcomer, and suddenly, the delicate bonds of blind optimism that have held this wealthy clan together begin to fray.
    Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 4 Nov. 2024
  • That lifeline is now fraying on a misguided attempt to assign national security risks to a deal that has none.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of fray
Verb
  • Unclench your jaw, relax your shoulders and take some time to unwind instead.
    Lucille Sherman, Axios, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Along with the desk and chair, there’s a cosy armchair and footstool, perfect for unwinding with a book.
    Yasemen Kaner-White, theweek, 25 Oct. 2024
Definition of unwind
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Thesaurus Entries Near straighten (out)

straightening (up or out)

straighten (out)

straightens

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“Straighten (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straighten%20%28out%29. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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