unclog
Pronunciation: [ʌnˈklɔɡ]
Word
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?
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