Flatten

usgb/ˈflætn/
verb

To make something smooth or level.

He used a rolling pin to flatten the dough.
Visual representation of "flatten" - To make something smooth or level.

Often appears as...

  • flatten the dough
  • flatten the box
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Visual representation of "flatten"
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Using with Objects

Commonly used for material things like fabric, paper, or other surfaces that can be pressed flat.

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Can you help me flatten these posters so we can hang them up?
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Implied Effort

Often suggests physical effort or process like rolling, pressing, or spreading.

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You need to flatten the clay evenly before sculpting.
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