1
as in unleashes
to set free (from a state of being held in check)
the losing player released his anger with a great yell of frustration
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2
as in gives way (to)
to find emotional release for
tried to find other ways of releasing tension than by chewing her fingernails
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as in frees
to set free (as from slavery or confinement)
release the prisoners immediately
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as in liberates
to set free from entanglement or difficulty
the new governor finally managed to release himself from his rash campaign promise
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as in casts
to throw or give off
an air freshener that releases a pleasing scent into the room
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as in announces
to make known openly or publicly
the panel of nutritionists released their findings on the safety and effectiveness of various diets
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as in removes
to let go from office, service, or employment
they released the workers who couldn't handle the new technology
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as in discharges
a freeing from an obligation or responsibility
because they had legally declared bankruptcy, they received release from their debt
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as in waivers
a document containing a declaration of an intentional giving up of a right, claim, or privilege
we had to sign a liability release before they'd let us go rock climbing on their property
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as in announcements
a published statement informing the public of a matter of general interest
a press release announcing that the governor would not run for a second term
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as in reliefs
reduction of or freedom from pain
only sleep offered any release from the agony of the migraine
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Recent Examples of releases
ABC News, 15 Apr. 2026
Every weekday, the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer releases the Homestretch — an actionable afternoon update, just in time for the last hour of trading on Wall Street.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2026
These efforts typically begin with an ethics investigation, which could lead to expulsion once the committee releases its findings.
—Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 13 Apr. 2026
Low-maintenance options like snake plants work well, and hanging eucalyptus in the shower releases a natural, spa-like scent when steam hits it.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 13 Apr. 2026
Jonas stars opposite Paul Rudd in Power Ballad, the latest film from Once‘s John Carney, which Lionsgate releases June 5.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2026
Google releases Gemma 4 open weight model.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 7 Apr. 2026
Research shows the area releases millions of particles, aerosols and molecules of dangerous pollutants into the air — including hydrogen sulfide, which has twice spiked to record levels in the last two weeks, according to data from the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District.
—Walker Armstrong, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
In 1937, a group of Jewish women met in New York City and formed the National Mah Jongg League to standardize the pastime; the league has more than 350,000 members today and releases official hands and rule cards each year.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2026
The Clairton operation has had repeated problems with its emissions and operations, including fatal explosions and excess releases of toxic chemicals.
—Stephanie Armour, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
Wide releases include horror film Lee Cronin's the Mummy and Bob Odenkirk in crime thriller Normal, while Anne Hathaway-starring drama Mother Mary gets a limited release.
—Kathleen Perricone, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026
Still, cinemas face persistent headwinds, including fears that studio consolidation will reduce film releases.
—Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
Flash flood warnings are in effect following water releases from the Tippy Dam on the Manistee River and the Mio Dam on the Au Sable River in northern Michigan.
—Chris Dolce, CNN Money, 13 Apr. 2026
Press releases published by the division show that some of the branch’s traditional work, particularly in support of disability rights, is still getting done.
—Quinta Jurecic, The Atlantic, 13 Apr. 2026
Kirill Vasin’s releases as Hoavi have tended toward the aqueous.
—Sam Goldner, Pitchfork, 13 Apr. 2026
Checking out Bandcamp, though, there are now heaps of new releases from the likes of Robyn and Kneecap!
—Shirl Leigh
april 06, New Atlas, 6 Apr. 2026
Verb
Gabbard's office releases an annual report showing the number of foreign surveillance targets and number of searches likely to identify an American.
—ABC News, 15 Apr. 2026
Every weekday, the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer releases the Homestretch — an actionable afternoon update, just in time for the last hour of trading on Wall Street.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2026
These efforts typically begin with an ethics investigation, which could lead to expulsion once the committee releases its findings.
—Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 13 Apr. 2026
Low-maintenance options like snake plants work well, and hanging eucalyptus in the shower releases a natural, spa-like scent when steam hits it.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 13 Apr. 2026
Jonas stars opposite Paul Rudd in Power Ballad, the latest film from Once‘s John Carney, which Lionsgate releases June 5.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2026
Google releases Gemma 4 open weight model.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 7 Apr. 2026
Research shows the area releases millions of particles, aerosols and molecules of dangerous pollutants into the air — including hydrogen sulfide, which has twice spiked to record levels in the last two weeks, according to data from the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District.
—Walker Armstrong, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
In 1937, a group of Jewish women met in New York City and formed the National Mah Jongg League to standardize the pastime; the league has more than 350,000 members today and releases official hands and rule cards each year.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
Noun
Data releases include Spanish inflation.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2026
The Clairton operation has had repeated problems with its emissions and operations, including fatal explosions and excess releases of toxic chemicals.
—Stephanie Armour, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
Wide releases include horror film Lee Cronin's the Mummy and Bob Odenkirk in crime thriller Normal, while Anne Hathaway-starring drama Mother Mary gets a limited release.
—Kathleen Perricone, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026
Still, cinemas face persistent headwinds, including fears that studio consolidation will reduce film releases.
—Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
Flash flood warnings are in effect following water releases from the Tippy Dam on the Manistee River and the Mio Dam on the Au Sable River in northern Michigan.
—Chris Dolce, CNN Money, 13 Apr. 2026
Press releases published by the division show that some of the branch’s traditional work, particularly in support of disability rights, is still getting done.
—Quinta Jurecic, The Atlantic, 13 Apr. 2026
Kirill Vasin’s releases as Hoavi have tended toward the aqueous.
—Sam Goldner, Pitchfork, 13 Apr. 2026
Checking out Bandcamp, though, there are now heaps of new releases from the likes of Robyn and Kneecap!
—Shirl Leigh
april 06, New Atlas, 6 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for releases
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There’s even an ability to autohack at the expense of a meter that unleashes Diana’s ultimate attack when its full.—
Gieson Cacho,
Mercury News,
15 Apr. 2026
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In the process, Nicole unintentionally unleashes a terrifyingly malign spirit who lures victims to their deaths with a haunting whistle.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
1 Apr. 2026
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The two alternate versions of each other trade insults, but Spidey Miles charges up an electric venom shock and frees himself.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
14 Apr. 2026
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There has been no change in his status or timetable, but moving him from the 15 to the 60-day IL frees up a 40-man roster spot for Anderson.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
14 Apr. 2026
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Where Beyoncé added poetic interludes between songs, in Songs from the Hole, the audience learns about Jacobs' story and how his music spiritually liberates him while simultaneously being among the reasons officials cited for not granting him parole.—
Kara Frame,
NPR,
12 Mar. 2026
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Nuclear fusion, like in the Sun, liberates 630 trillion joules for each kilogram of hydrogen fuel.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
16 Feb. 2026
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But at four or five times that sum, the net casts much, much wider.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
17 Apr. 2026
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In theaters Friday after a strong reception at SXSW last month, the genre-scrambling, darkly comic neo-western casts him as Ulysses, a principled small-town sheriff who takes a temporary posting in a sleepy corner of Minnesota called Normal.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Apr. 2026
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The University of Beer location in Folsom is barreling toward its final days as the business announces it closure.—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
10 Apr. 2026
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Customers in the Atlanta metro area will soon be able to see their food take flight as DoorDash announces new drone delivery service.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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With a unique two-in-one design, this tool effectively removes any trace of stems, cores, and seeds from both full-size bell peppers and smaller ones like jalapenos.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2026
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Pine-Sol removes that grime without scratching the appliances.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Apr. 2026
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The show is notoriously graphic, filled with blood, gore, and other bodily discharges.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
7 Apr. 2026
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Instead, the team found that particles inside the battery behave more like fast-moving objects, shifting positions repeatedly as the battery charges and discharges.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
31 Mar. 2026
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Both Willis and Vaihola had their seasons cut short by injuries in November and would need to obtain medical redshirt waivers to be eligible for next year.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
14 Apr. 2026
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Politics, waivers, and environmental concerns Under the Biden-era rule, coke plants were supposed to start meeting new limits on leaks from the lids and doors of ovens that heat coal.—
Stephanie Armour,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Releases.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/releases. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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