unclog

verb

ˌən-ˈkläg How to pronounce unclog (audio)
Definition of unclognext
1
as in to open
to make passage through (something) possible by removing obstructions unclog a bathroom drain with a cleaner

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2
as in to facilitate
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 unclog Inhaling the steam from and consuming a hot beverage (like water) can help nasal congestion by breaking up mucus and unclogging the sinuses. — Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 16 Dec. 2024 La Roche-Posay’s toner, too, leads with salicylic acid—working alongside glycolic acid to unclog pores and smooth bumpy skin. — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2025 Cleanse Your Face Twice a Day To unclog and prevent clogged pores, clean your face twice daily using warm water and a gentle, non-clogging cleanser. — Laura Schober, Health, 23 Jan. 2025 How to unclog a bathtub drain full of hair The easiest way to unclog a drain full of hair is by using an auger or a drain snake. — Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 14 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unclog
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  1. open
  2. facilitate
  3. clear
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  • According to the complaint, about $40 million of the $367 million needed to build NRG Stadium—which opened in 2002—came through the sale of PSLs.
    — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 3 Apr. 2025
  • The rock act lands its highest debut on the Official Rock & Metal Albums chart, where Rush 50 opens at No. 5.
    — Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
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  • Calls for the junta to lift internet restrictions to facilitate emergency rescue efforts have mounted, while researchers say power outages as a result of the earthquake only further limit access.
    — Chad de Guzman, Time, 3 Apr. 2025
  • The Act facilitates the exchange of cyber threat indicators, empowering CISA to develop a more comprehensive understanding of the threat landscape.
    — Israel Martinez, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
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  • As Mercury goes direct, refresh your browsers and clear your caches!
    — USA TODAY, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
  • The case for Haugh to get over 6.5 rebounds is simple: he's cleared this line in four straight games, and he's averaged 8.5 boards per game in Florida's four NCAA Tournament games against legit competition (excluding the Gators' first-round cakewalk vs. Norfolk State).
    — John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
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