as in to open
to make passage through (something) possible by removing obstructions
the chimney should work just fine once it is unplugged and cleaned out
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Recent Examples of unplug
Kontopanos also unplugs consciously by sending postcards to her family and friends, scrapbooking, and junk journaling, which involves repurposing everyday materials like tickets and receipts to document memories or ideas.
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Cheyanne Mumphrey, Fortune, 17 Jan. 2026
As for the public sector, many of those services will be unplugged on the holiday, observed by some as the MLK Day of Service.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 17 Jan. 2026
This can look like unplugging from screens, putting on comfortable clothes and dimming the lights in your home.
—Andee Tagle, NPR, 15 Jan. 2026
Always unplug your space heater when not in use and follow all manufacturer guidelines.
—Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Jan. 2026
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Cheyanne Mumphrey, Fortune, 17 Jan. 2026
As for the public sector, many of those services will be unplugged on the holiday, observed by some as the MLK Day of Service.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 17 Jan. 2026
This can look like unplugging from screens, putting on comfortable clothes and dimming the lights in your home.
—Andee Tagle, NPR, 15 Jan. 2026
Always unplug your space heater when not in use and follow all manufacturer guidelines.
—Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unplug
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Prosecutors said Greenlee used her position to steal from the Morgan Hill business’s bank account, writing fraudulent checks and opening two credit cards in her name.—
Jason Green,
Mercury News,
23 Jan. 2026
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The Clippers responded with a 10-0 run to open a 103-91 lead as Doncic went silent, finishing the night with just three points in the final quarter.—
Janis Carr,
Oc Register,
23 Jan. 2026
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Police said the highway will be shut down as crews work to clear the scene.—
Briauna Brown,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
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The project was planned to clear the area of outdated and dilapidated buildings, to attract new businesses and promote economic revitalization.—
Jessica Alvarado Gamez,
Denver Post,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Unplug.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unplug. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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