unbutton

verb

Definition of unbuttonnext
as in to unzip

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Recent Examples of unbutton For me, unbuttoning my pants at the end of the day unlocks a level of joy and relief akin to removing my bra. — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 10 Dec. 2025 It can be worn buttoned or unbuttoned with a tank top underneath and slacks at the office, unbuttoned over a maxi dress to cookouts, or as a swimsuit cover-up poolside. — Clint Davis, People.com, 24 June 2025 It can be worn buttoned or unbuttoned over a summer tank top, and the slim collar and rolled sleeves add a pop of texture to its simple design. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 24 May 2025 Then, McEnany laughed and asked her co-hosts for permission to unbutton her tight blazer. — arkansasonline.com, 26 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unbutton
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unbutton
  1. unzip
  2. unfasten
  3. unfurl
  4. unlatch
  5. unfold
  6. unclench
Verb
  • Under pressure, the module could unzip and fail completely.
    — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 15 June 2026
  • The robot could adapt the size of its legs either by zipping for height or unzipping for lowering down, which could be beneficial for the robot to manage exploring uneven surfaces such as forest areas or canyons.
    — Shirl Leigh May 22, New Atlas, 22 May 2026
Definition of unzip
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  • Transforming the cabin from sitting to sleeping is a group effort that includes unpacking the ladder (usually stowed beneath the seats with the luggage), unfastening the upper bunks, and making the beds.
    — Emily Manthei, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
  • After the pink fabric is unfastened from styrofoam beams floating 200 feet out from each island, the sections are towed to shore and rolled up in bundles, Morgan said.
    — Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2026
Definition of unfasten
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  • Often unfurling over the course of entire afternoons and evenings, González’s knotty, hypnotic works typically test the expectations (and patience) of viewers, who are left to figure out what’s improvised and what isn’t.
    — Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • What little distortion there is only accents the lush drums and synths, all unfurling as clearly as the vocals.
    — Dylan Green, Pitchfork, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of unfurl
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  • Relatedly, restitution may begin to address the pain that has become ubiquitous, an opportunity to unlatch the tentacle grips of oppression, which can be loosened through collective organizing, with something for everyone and not just a few.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 27 July 2026
  • Throughout the day, anyone can unlatch the box, pick up a trinket and hopefully leave one behind to share.
    — Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 4 May 2026
Definition of unlatch
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  • But the worse the scene unfolding through the glass gets, the more troubled Jake becomes—by the celebrity’s actions, yes, but also by his own.
    — Peter C. Baker, New Yorker, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Martinez’s campaign unfolded amid allegations by Wyandotte County District Attorney Mark Dupree that prosecutors in his office would no longer appear before him because of years of misconduct.
    — Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of unfold
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  • The tempo remains steady, but takes on a softer, more contemplative posture, as if urging you to unclench your jaw.
    — Dash Lewis, Pitchfork, 24 Feb. 2026
  • Your stiff limbs begin to unclench, as if death is slowly losing its hold on you.
    — Outside Online, Outside Online, 19 Feb. 2025
Definition of unclench

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“Unbutton.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unbutton. Accessed 10 Aug. 2026.

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