unleash

verb

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un·leash | \ ˌən-ˈlēsh

unleashed; unleashing; unleashes

Definition of unleash

transitive verb

1 : to free from or as if from a leash : let loose unleash the dogs unleashing his anger

2 : to throw, shoot, or set in motion forcefully unleashed a superb shot … to earn his side a point — The New York Times

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Examples of unleash in a Sentence

The storm unleashed its fury. The editorial unleashed a torrent of angry responses.

Recent Examples on the Web What’s lacking is institutional backing that could unleash billions of dollars in investment in cannabis. — Stephen Singer, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2022 Researchers thought that the drug, known as bempeg, could help boost the effectiveness of another type of cancer treatment known as checkpoint inhibitors that unleash immune cells to fight cancer. — Joseph Walker, WSJ, 11 May 2022 It’s one thing to unleash untamed fury after six days in the gym of battling nothing but teammates. — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2022 These trophies let kids totally unleash their creativity. — Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 19 Apr. 2022 Once a year, at least, dedicate longer periods to reflect and unleash your full creativity. — Kent Gregoire, Forbes, 18 Apr. 2022 Once a month, wine and watercolors, a combination that could unleash the creative juices — or cause a sodden mess. — Washington Post, 19 Jan. 2022 When Namath was signed by the Jets in 1965 after leading the University of Alabama to a national championship, Maynard finally had a quarterback who could consistently unleash passes to catch up with his downfield sprints. — New York Times, 10 Jan. 2022 The man who called the play, offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi, explained that early in the second quarter last weekend, with the Chargers up 22-0, seemed like the perfect time to unleash some creativity. — Jeff Miller, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2021 See More

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