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as in to trim
to make neat
a directive for everyone to straighten up their cubicle in preparation for a visit from some corporate VIPs
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for straighten (up or out)
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The medications can offer benefits for people with type 2 diabetes, such as improving glycemic control, insulin activity, curbing post-meal blood sugar spikes, and protecting the heart and kidneys, Basina said.—
Julia Ries,
Health,
9 Apr. 2025 -
Last week, Wall Street saw its worst week in five years in response to the news, as economists warn of a potential recession if conditions do not improve.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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The idea of trimming the tree during Masters week with so many people nearby did not seem logical.—
Bob Spear,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2025
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Its snug cabin is beautifully trimmed in high-quality materials, and features wireless phone charging, Apple CarPlay connectivity, and a premium Bowers & Wilkins audio system.—
Tim Pitt,
Robb Report,
9 Apr. 2025
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What To Know This year's housing market is shaping up to be a buyer's one, according to experts, as inventory is growing and mortgage rates continue hovering between 6 percent and 7 percent.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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With Mustard’s high-energy beats and SZA’s soulful performances joining Lamar’s electric stage presence, the Grand National Tour is shaping up to be an unforgettable experience.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Ortiz, one of Del Records’ artists, had been scheduled to perform at a concert organized by Pérez in the state of Aguascalientes, Mexico, when the promoter was sanctioned, FBI Special Agent Lauren Radke wrote in an affidavit filed in court.—
Brittny Mejia,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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Diaz’s sister-in-law organized a GoFundMe account to raise money for funeral expenses.—
Emerson Clarridge,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Mar. 2025
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The judge is allowing the plaintiffs to amend their complaint.—
Lexi Lonas Cochran,
The Hill,
4 Apr. 2025
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Indeed, Macmillan and Ostermeier keep on eye on current events and amend their script as and when significant news emerges.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
4 Apr. 2025
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New clues from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument collaboration, known as DESI, suggest dark energy may be behaving in unexpected ways and may even be weakening over time.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
5 Apr. 2025
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Bridget Jones actress Sally Phillips is sharing hilarious memories of behaving exactly like the franchise’s hapless heroine around costars Hugh Grant and Colin Firth.—
John Russell,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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But the human author was a sort of conductor: prompting, arranging, intervening.—
Anna Wiener,
New Yorker,
9 Apr. 2025
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Oz: On [Richard’s] birthday, Laura arranged for maybe a dozen Civil War reenactors to come galloping onto the set.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
9 Apr. 2025
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Tucked away after a swarm of students asked him tons of questions on his career to better their own, Chavarria, a CFDA Award-winning designer, reflected on his childhood, which is where his love of fashion was born.—
Essence,
Essence,
8 Apr. 2025
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Only one team in Europe’s top four leagues, Bilbao’s Athletic Club (six), can better them.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Straighten (up or out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straighten%20%28up%20or%20out%29. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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