unlocked; unlocking; unlocks
1
: to unfasten the lock of : open the lock on
Can you unlock the car for me?
3
: to free from restraints or restrictions
The shock unlocked a flood of tears.
4
: to furnish a key to : disclose
cracked the code to unlock the message
: 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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Those who recognize this difference might find that less ownership can actually be an advantage, unlocking flexibility by limiting expenses.
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Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
NordVPN not only unlocks geo-restrictions but also offers ad blockers, anti-malware protection, a password manager and breach scanner, fast connections, and identity theft insurance.
—Paul Brett, Space.com, 27 Mar. 2026
Using travel credit cards, loyalty programs, and airline miles can unlock upgrades, free stays, and lounge access that elevate your trip without extra cost.
—Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2026
Each meal includes a collectible card pack featuring a photocard of art featuring either Huntr/X or the Saja Boys, and a Derpy the Tiger access card with a QR code that unlocks exclusive content via the McDonald's app.
—Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 26 Mar. 2026
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Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
NordVPN not only unlocks geo-restrictions but also offers ad blockers, anti-malware protection, a password manager and breach scanner, fast connections, and identity theft insurance.
—Paul Brett, Space.com, 27 Mar. 2026
Using travel credit cards, loyalty programs, and airline miles can unlock upgrades, free stays, and lounge access that elevate your trip without extra cost.
—Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2026
Each meal includes a collectible card pack featuring a photocard of art featuring either Huntr/X or the Saja Boys, and a Derpy the Tiger access card with a QR code that unlocks exclusive content via the McDonald's app.
—Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 26 Mar. 2026
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“Unlock.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unlock. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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