1
as in unleashing
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 giving way (to)
to find emotional release for
tried to find other ways of releasing tension than by chewing her fingernails
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3
as in freeing
to set free (as from slavery or confinement)
release the prisoners immediately
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4
as in saving
to set free from entanglement or difficulty
the new governor finally managed to release himself from his rash campaign promise
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5
as in casting
to throw or give off
an air freshener that releases a pleasing scent into the room
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6
as in announcing
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 removing
to let go from office, service, or employment
they released the workers who couldn't handle the new technology
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Recent Examples of releasing
The company has said releasing certain information publicly would compromise its business.
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CBS News, 28 Jan. 2026
However, quickly after releasing these updates — which are intended to keep core system services functioning on devices that no longer receive major iOS releases — Apple stopped signing them.
—Kate O'Flaherty, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
The first two seasons of Shrinking are available to stream on Apple TV, where new episodes will also be releasing.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
The Fed happens to be releasing its next rate move this afternoon, though no change for now is expected.
—Kelly Evans, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2026
The timeline has increased in recent years, with the court releasing half or more of its cases in June.
—Mark Sherman, Fortune, 28 Jan. 2026
In addition to the Air Max 2000, Supreme will also be releasing a trio of Nike SB Air Max2 CB 94 Low colorways.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026
Similar to releasing ladybugs to control aphids or spider mites.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 27 Jan. 2026
The good news is the candy brand is releasing a line of all-new frozen treats.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2026
CBS News, 28 Jan. 2026
However, quickly after releasing these updates — which are intended to keep core system services functioning on devices that no longer receive major iOS releases — Apple stopped signing them.
—Kate O'Flaherty, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
The first two seasons of Shrinking are available to stream on Apple TV, where new episodes will also be releasing.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
The Fed happens to be releasing its next rate move this afternoon, though no change for now is expected.
—Kelly Evans, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2026
The timeline has increased in recent years, with the court releasing half or more of its cases in June.
—Mark Sherman, Fortune, 28 Jan. 2026
In addition to the Air Max 2000, Supreme will also be releasing a trio of Nike SB Air Max2 CB 94 Low colorways.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026
Similar to releasing ladybugs to control aphids or spider mites.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 27 Jan. 2026
The good news is the candy brand is releasing a line of all-new frozen treats.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for releasing
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The stellar core collapses, unleashing a truly staggering amount of energy that causes the star to explode; in an instant, several octillion tons of matter are flung outward at an appreciable fraction of the speed of light.—
Phil Plait,
Scientific American,
22 Jan. 2026
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Airborne and unleashing an off-balance throw – looking like Mike, Chicago’s original Jumpman.—
Mirjam Swanson,
Oc Register,
16 Jan. 2026
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The Broadway production will also include a partnership with the Innocence Project, the organization dedicated to freeing the wrongfully convicted and reforming the criminal justice system (and the same group that helped secure Yarris’ exoneration).—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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These nifty carry-on attachments slide onto the handle of your luggage, freeing up your hands.—
Jillian Dara,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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The result is a sector doing critical, often life-saving work while operating on financial quicksand.—
Cat Ward,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Millions of people donate blood each year, saving countless lives.—
Maryna Holovnova,
New Atlas,
29 Jan. 2026
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WiiM’s products used to support the casting standard for iPhones and Mac, but no more.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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And, after months of casting rumors swirling on social media, Mendes finally revealed in 2025 who would portray the Fab Four.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
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Presenter Hailee Steinfeld made her first red carpet appearance since announcing she and husband Josh Allen were expecting their first child together in a baby pink dress with a small train and Repossi jewelry.—
Jackie Fields,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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Anticipating the arrival of letters has become part of the rhythm of Helen’s day, part of the light shifting across the kitchen floor and the cuckoo of her wooden clock announcing every hour.—
Sadia Shepard,
New Yorker,
11 Jan. 2026
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But what specific goals did this Administration have in removing Maduro and taking control?—
Scott Montgomery,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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But the season ended with a blowout loss in Seattle last week, removing the dream scenario of the 49ers lifting the Lombardi Trophy on their home field.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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Other changes to the policy include loosening a ban on donations of taxpayer money to nonprofits; an amendment passed by Council Member Krista Laine allows transfers to organizations of less than $50.—
Alex Driggars,
Austin American Statesman,
23 Jan. 2026
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But loosening the protections of the linear no-threshold (LNT) model is not supported by current research.—
Katy Huff,
Scientific American,
23 Jan. 2026
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Was that liberating, or more nerve-wracking?—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Jan. 2026
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Liberation is funny, poignant and, yes, liberating in its expression of the very human need for justice and freedom in an era when those words have been co-opted by forces who value only self-enrichment.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
31 Dec. 2025
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“Releasing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/releasing. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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