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as in to loosen
to set free (from a state of being held in check)
unleashed all of his unspoken love for her in a long letter that he hoped he would have the courage to mail
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as in to release
to find emotional release for
lifting weights is a way for me to unleash all the frustrations of the workday
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Recent Examples of unleash
Chucheng Feng, a partner at Hutong Research in Beijing, is on the lookout for signs that the leadership will unleash anti-corruption forces on the problem this year, targeting and punishing local government officials who prop up zombie firms in order to ward off political backlash.
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Andy Browne, semafor.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Agents made several arrests in supermarket parking lots and tamale stands while goading angry residents who confronted them and threatening to unleash tear gas.
—Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
Trump unleashes the 'Donroe Doctrine' and puts socialists on notice worldwide.
—FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Special teams coach Tanner Burns unleashed running back Jaylen Jenkins.
—Caleb Yum, Austin American Statesman, 6 Jan. 2026
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Andy Browne, semafor.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Agents made several arrests in supermarket parking lots and tamale stands while goading angry residents who confronted them and threatening to unleash tear gas.
—Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
Trump unleashes the 'Donroe Doctrine' and puts socialists on notice worldwide.
—FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Special teams coach Tanner Burns unleashed running back Jaylen Jenkins.
—Caleb Yum, Austin American Statesman, 6 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unleash
Verb
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This will loosen any bits on the bottom of the oven.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
14 Jan. 2026
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South Korea could use this as an opportunity to press China to loosen its informal restrictions on Korean entertainment from 2016 or to get China firmly on board with North Korean denuclearization.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
13 Jan. 2026
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Yet again, Netflix has released a Harlan Coben adaptation on New Year’s Day—and again it’s written by Danny Brocklehurst (Fool Me Once).—
Emily Temple,
Literary Hub,
12 Jan. 2026
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The sateen weave strikes the perfect balance for fall—breathable enough to release pesky heat and moisture, yet cozy and smooth enough to snuggle into on cooler nights.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Jan. 2026
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According to the official, the suspect refused to roll his window down or get out of his car, so the officer broke a rear window and reached inside the car to unlock the door.—
WCCO Staff,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Assisted-driving tech is also considered a precursor to fully autonomous cars, which analysts say can unlock huge new markets for ride-hailing fleets as well as personal self-driving vehicles.—
Nora Eckert,
USA Today,
8 Jan. 2026
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Charles seemed upset by the message and expressed determination to not let his age get in the way of his career.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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During the sentencing hearing, Sammartino expressed concerns about the lack of answers and accountability related to Francis’ absconding from house arrest in 2022.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Jan. 2026
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“Unleash.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unleash. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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