straighten (out)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for straighten (out)
Verb
  • These pre-soaked exfoliating pads use gentle lactic acid and the brand’s Tri-Enzyme technology to smooth rough patches, fade dark spots, and give your skin that post-facial glow.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 8 July 2025
  • The lion's mane mushroom extract helps smooth any sharp edges from the THC for a mellow Friday night buzz that's perfect for zoning out with a movie.
    Mackensy Lunsford, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Verb
  • This idea began to fray when early robot AI failed to handle messy, real-world conditions.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 29 June 2025
  • As his confidence begins to fray, and as his smoothly speeding vehicle starts to seem like more and more of a prison, the film becomes almost heart-stoppingly suspenseful.
    Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 27 June 2025
Verb
  • Here, visitors can relax and unwind in comfortable accommodations before heading to the mountain—setting the foundation for the perfect trip.
    Angela Adto Tepper, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2025
  • Once there, many stayed for two to three months, soaking in the mineral-rich hot springs, breathing the crisp Rocky Mountain air and unwinding in the opulent Stone Bath House.
    Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 9 July 2025
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“Straighten (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straighten%20%28out%29. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.

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