Decongesting

/ˌdiːkənˈdʒɛstɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The process of relieving or clearing congestion from something.

Etymology

From decongest + -ing (present participle). This gerund describes the ongoing action of removing blockage or congestion.

Kelly Says

Your body naturally keeps working at decongesting your sinuses through mucus production—it's not a sign of illness but your immune system actively clearing potential infections.

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