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to disentangle
01
to carefully free something from knots or twists
Examples
The fisherman skillfully disentangled the fishing line caught in a clump of seaweed.
It took a while to disentangle the headphone cords after they got twisted in the bag.
02
to make a complicated and confusing situation, argument, etc. simpler and more understandable
Examples
The consultant 's role was to disentangle the complex financial data and present it in a clear report.
The detective had to disentangle the web of evidence to solve the intricate case.
03
to smooth and tidy out, typically with a comb
Examples
She disentangled her daughter's hair before school.
The brush disentangled the horse's tail.
04
separate the tangles of
05
to free someone or something from entanglement, involvement, or responsibility
Examples
The government disentangled itself from the failing project.
He disentangled his company from risky contracts.
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