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unclog

Pronunciation: [ʌnˈklɔɡ]

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Learn how to use unclog in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “household maintenance”

(verb) to remove what is blocking something, like a pipe or a drain. If a drain is clogged, water can't flow through. Unclogging it means getting rid of the blockage so everything works again.

Example

I used a special tool to unclog the sink so the water could flow freely again.

Example

The plumber couldn’t unclog the drain, and it stayed blocked for days.

Example

What can I do to unclog the shower drain?

Context: “emotional or mental well-being”

(verb) to help someone feel less stressed or trapped by their feelings. If someone has too many worries, they might need to talk or do something to unclog their thoughts.

Example

She took a walk to unclog her mind and think more clearly.

Example

Ignoring the problems didn’t unclog his thoughts; they were still all jumbled up.

Example

How do you usually unclog your mind after a long day?

How to pronounce unclog

Pronunciation: [ʌnˈklɔɡ]

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