unlocked; unlocking; unlocks
1
: to unfasten the lock of
3
: to free from restraints or restrictions
the shock unlocked a flood of tears
4
: to furnish a key to : disclose
: to become unfastened or freed from restraints
Examples of unlock in a Sentence
Could you unlock the door for me?
geneticists unlocking the secrets of DNA
The material's potential was unlocked only through extensive testing.
How can I unlock my computer if I've forgotten the password?
This class will unlock your creativity.
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Pankaj Gupta, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
Scammers often claim that the cards are needed to cover fees, unlock a prize or verify your identity.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 26 June 2025
In addition to Hallmark Plus’ holiday offerings, subscribers will unlock plenty of Starz original series, including Outlander, the forthcoming prequel Outlander: Blood of My Blood (which premieres Friday, Aug. 8), Sweetpea, Three Women and The Couple Next Door.
—Claire Franken, TVLine, 26 June 2025
Some users find ways to unlock their bikes, essentially getting around the vehicle’s speed limit.
—Carolyn Komatsoulis, Idaho Statesman, 25 June 2025
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Pankaj Gupta, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
Scammers often claim that the cards are needed to cover fees, unlock a prize or verify your identity.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 26 June 2025
In addition to Hallmark Plus’ holiday offerings, subscribers will unlock plenty of Starz original series, including Outlander, the forthcoming prequel Outlander: Blood of My Blood (which premieres Friday, Aug. 8), Sweetpea, Three Women and The Couple Next Door.
—Claire Franken, TVLine, 26 June 2025
Some users find ways to unlock their bikes, essentially getting around the vehicle’s speed limit.
—Carolyn Komatsoulis, Idaho Statesman, 25 June 2025
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“Unlock.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unlock. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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