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as in loosens
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 releases
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 unleashes
In the final few scenes of Wonder Man, Simon unleashes his powers to tear off Trevor's cell bars and release him.
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Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
Only this version of Slattery is a whimpering scaredy-cat, who unleashes the beast within at a key moment in the film.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 28 Jan. 2026
The societies that can advance to the frontiers of the productive power that capitalism unleashes while maintaining their coherence and élan advance to the front of the race for international status and power.
—Walter Russell Mead, The Atlantic, 24 Jan. 2026
In the clip, EJAE unleashes her powerful, stripped down vocals for the emotional ballad (which has been covered by the likes of Mariah Carey) in a glamorous bathroom that features a double vanity as well as a white grand piano, singing into an appropriately golden mic.
—Anna Chan, Billboard, 21 Jan. 2026
The moment where Godzilla unleashes his atomic breath is a moment of unparalleled horror and, in a perverse way, beauty.
—James Grebey, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2026
Trump unleashes the 'Donroe Doctrine' and puts socialists on notice worldwide.
—FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Here’s an actor of quiet ambition, fire and energy who every so often unleashes a raw power that infuses a character with life and truth.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 6 Jan. 2026
The leader of these superheroes rips off his protective visor and unleashes a catastrophic optic blast.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Jan. 2026
Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
Only this version of Slattery is a whimpering scaredy-cat, who unleashes the beast within at a key moment in the film.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 28 Jan. 2026
The societies that can advance to the frontiers of the productive power that capitalism unleashes while maintaining their coherence and élan advance to the front of the race for international status and power.
—Walter Russell Mead, The Atlantic, 24 Jan. 2026
In the clip, EJAE unleashes her powerful, stripped down vocals for the emotional ballad (which has been covered by the likes of Mariah Carey) in a glamorous bathroom that features a double vanity as well as a white grand piano, singing into an appropriately golden mic.
—Anna Chan, Billboard, 21 Jan. 2026
The moment where Godzilla unleashes his atomic breath is a moment of unparalleled horror and, in a perverse way, beauty.
—James Grebey, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2026
Trump unleashes the 'Donroe Doctrine' and puts socialists on notice worldwide.
—FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Here’s an actor of quiet ambition, fire and energy who every so often unleashes a raw power that infuses a character with life and truth.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 6 Jan. 2026
The leader of these superheroes rips off his protective visor and unleashes a catastrophic optic blast.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unleashes
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The comparison game, the one that turns playgrounds and playdates into mental minefields, loosens its grip.—
Danielle Marie Holland,
Parents,
27 Jan. 2026
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The spirit is the backbone, bitters add spice and depth and complexity, ice chills it down and loosens it all up and a touch of sugar files the sharp edges off.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
24 Jan. 2026
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Currently, sewage and industrial waste drops from culvert pipes onto rocks below, creating splashing that releases airborne pollutants.—
Walker Armstrong,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Jan. 2026
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Viewing it releases a surplus of dopamine in the brain that leads your body to crave even more dopamine, creating a cycle of addiction.—
Beth Collums,
AJC.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Our expert take The Citi Strata Premier® Card has competitive rewards rates and unlocks access to all of the Citi ThankYou® transfer partners, which boosts the value of your points.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
29 Jan. 2026
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Construction on a new $16 billion rail tunnel project connecting New Jersey and Manhattan will stop as soon as next week unless the federal government unlocks funds tied to the development.—
Michelle Kaske,
Bloomberg,
27 Jan. 2026
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Continue reading … IN OTHER NEWS BEHIND THE SCENES – 'Yellowstone' actress expresses shame over series conclusion after drama.—
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FOXNews.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Jordan describes the relationship between chef and winemaker as a constant dialogue, a feedback loop that ensures every pairing expresses the wine’s architecture, not just its flavor profile.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Jackson uncorks a deep pass to Dawn, but the attempt is a little too long.—
Caleb Yum,
Austin American Statesman,
18 Oct. 2025
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“Unleashes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unleashes. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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