restraightening
Making straight once more
Restraightening is the act of straightening something again after it has become bent, curved, or crooked: The mechanic spent an hour restraightening the bent frame.
Hair that has been chemically straightened may need restraightening as it grows out.
Adjusting relative positions
- adjustmentAlteration to improve fit
- rectificationAct of setting straight
- reorientationChanging one's bearings
- repositioningMoving to new spot
trueing · rebending · reshaping · reformation · recorrection · unbending · unkinking
Correct relative positioning
- calibrationAdjusting for measurement accuracy
- truingCorrecting to exact form
- adjustmentAlteration to improve fit
- wheel alignmentAdjusting tire angles
Restore to working order
- restorationReturning something to condition
- reconditioningRestoring to good condition
- refurbishmentRenewal of worn items
- fixingRestoring proper function
servicing · overhaul · upkeep · tune-up · inspection · preventive care · quality control · troubleshooting
Becoming less tense
- keratin treatmentChemical hair-smoothing procedure
- flat ironingHeat-styling hair smooth
- Brazilian blowoutFormaldehyde-based hair straightening treatment
- frizz controlProduct taming flyaway strands
rebonding · touch-up · heat styling · pressing · silk press
realignment
Adjusting relative positions
- adjustmentAlteration to improve fit
- rectificationAct of setting straight
- reorientationChanging one's bearings
repositioning · trueing · rebending · reshaping · reformation · recorrection · unbending · unkinking
alignment
Correct relative positioning
- calibrationAdjusting for measurement accuracy
- truingCorrecting to exact form
- adjustmentAlteration to improve fit
repair
Restore to working order
- restorationReturning something to condition
- reconditioningRestoring to good condition
- refurbishmentRenewal of worn items
fixing · servicing · overhaul · upkeep · tune-up · inspection · preventive care · quality control · troubleshooting · rework
relaxing
Becoming less tense
- keratin treatmentChemical hair-smoothing procedure
- flat ironingHeat-styling hair smooth
- Brazilian blowoutFormaldehyde-based hair straightening treatment
frizz control · rebonding · touch-up · heat styling · pressing · silk press
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