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smooth out

 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb smooth out has 1 sense
  1. smooth, smooth out - free from obstructions; "smooth the way towards peace negociations"
    --1 is one way to rid, free, disembarrass
    Sample sentences:
    Somebody ----s something
    Something ----s something

Definitions from the Web

Smooth Out

Definition:

1. (Verb) To make something perfectly flat, even, or free from wrinkles or roughness.

2. (Phrasal Verb) To resolve or eliminate problems, difficulties, or obstacles.

Senses:

Sense 1: Make something flat or even

Example Sentence 1: She used an iron to smooth out the wrinkles in her dress.

Example Sentence 2: The construction workers used a roller to smooth out the surface of the road.

Related Products: Iron, Roller

Sense 2: Resolve or eliminate problems

Example Sentence 1: The manager tried to smooth out the issues between the team members.

Example Sentence 2: The negotiators worked together to smooth out the differences and reach an agreement.

Related Products: Conflict Resolution Books, Communication Skills Books

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