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straighten, unravel, settle

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Example Sentences

Example:He used a ruler to straighten the bent paperclip.

Definition:To draw to a straight line or form or position. To render straight.

From straighten

Example:The yarn became unravelled when the end was pulled.

Definition:To disentangle or untangle; remove the twist or winding from; to become unravelled.

From unravel

Example:After the storm, the house settled into a quiet routine.

Definition:To settle into or become calm, quiet, or peaceful; to quiet down; to rest in a particular place or position.

From settle