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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
The stock market turmoil unleashed by the artificial-intelligence industry reflects two fears that are increasingly at odds.
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Jeran Wittenstein, Fortune, 15 Feb. 2026
Trapped on the road with no way out, Hassan must make an impossible choice—escape, or risk unleashing devastating consequences.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 15 Feb. 2026
Cut red tape on permitting, unleash private energy innovation, and prioritize natural gas, oil, and nuclear over unreliable mandates.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Both Mize and Flaherty could have more in the tank, ready to unleash if all goes well in 2026.
—Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2026
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Jeran Wittenstein, Fortune, 15 Feb. 2026
Trapped on the road with no way out, Hassan must make an impossible choice—escape, or risk unleashing devastating consequences.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 15 Feb. 2026
Cut red tape on permitting, unleash private energy innovation, and prioritize natural gas, oil, and nuclear over unreliable mandates.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Both Mize and Flaherty could have more in the tank, ready to unleash if all goes well in 2026.
—Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unleash
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There's also some evidence that cost discipline is loosening a bit.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
17 Feb. 2026
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Let sit for 10-15 minutes to loosen buildup.—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
17 Feb. 2026
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Auroras occur when energetic particles become trapped in a planet’s magnetic field and strike the upper atmosphere, releasing energy that creates a signature glow.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Feb. 2026
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In the film Taylor plays Inez, recently released from jail in New York City and attempting to reconnect with her son who has been in the foster system.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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Given the ongoing housing and affordability crises, unlocking streamlined processes to produce more units faster is at the top of our list.—
Carlo Scissura,
New York Daily News,
15 Feb. 2026
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Do not use face or fingerprint unlocking for your phone.—
Kristen Taketa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Feb. 2026
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Some world leaders expressed relief or satisfaction with Friday’s decision.—
Foreign Correspondent,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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The White House has expressed openness to some Democratic demands, but the two sides have not reached an agreement.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Unleash.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unleash. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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