as in to separate
to set or force apart
unlinked the railroad cars
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Recent Examples of unlink
Other shifts may occur this time, including policies that unlink health care from a person’s employer—which is how the majority of Americans receive health care—as formal employment becomes more uncertain.
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Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 14 Apr. 2026
And if your savings account comes with an ATM card as some do, make sure to unlink it.
—Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2025
If this is not done by you, please go to your Apple ID or use 'Find My' App to remove the device from your account to unlink it.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
The phishing attacks are specifically designed to gather data that grants access to physical mobile devices, enabling criminals to acquire users’ credentials and local device passwords to unlock devices or unlink them from their owners.
—Dan Goodin, Ars Technica, 19 Sep. 2024
For example, users can soon unlink Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, Marketplace, and even Facebook games.
—Josh Hendrickson, PCMAG, 22 Jan. 2024
In each of them, look for an option to delete your information, log out of your accounts and unlink your vehicle.
—Kurt Knutsson, Fox News, 18 Nov. 2023
Are some of the apps refusing to unlink?
—Kim Komando, USA TODAY, 21 Apr. 2022
Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 14 Apr. 2026
And if your savings account comes with an ATM card as some do, make sure to unlink it.
—Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2025
If this is not done by you, please go to your Apple ID or use 'Find My' App to remove the device from your account to unlink it.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
The phishing attacks are specifically designed to gather data that grants access to physical mobile devices, enabling criminals to acquire users’ credentials and local device passwords to unlock devices or unlink them from their owners.
—Dan Goodin, Ars Technica, 19 Sep. 2024
For example, users can soon unlink Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, Marketplace, and even Facebook games.
—Josh Hendrickson, PCMAG, 22 Jan. 2024
In each of them, look for an option to delete your information, log out of your accounts and unlink your vehicle.
—Kurt Knutsson, Fox News, 18 Nov. 2023
Are some of the apps refusing to unlink?
—Kim Komando, USA TODAY, 21 Apr. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unlink
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Becca Sobol reached base safely in all five at-bats in a well-rounded offensive showing that separated from a 4-4 game after five innings.—
Tom Mulherin,
Boston Herald,
18 May 2026
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Just lay one between each plate to separate them for neat and quiet storage.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
18 May 2026
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For the first time, Division 1 of the CIF-SS playoffs is a 16-team group that was divided into four pools of four teams each.—
Steve Fryer,
Oc Register,
20 May 2026
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In between Biennale exhibits, here is where to eat, drink, and pull up a stool, by sestiere, the six historic districts that divide the city.—
Jenn Rice,
Vogue,
20 May 2026
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Guests with work obligations, caregiving responsibilities or health considerations may not be able to fully disconnect, and most properties offer at least limited emergency communication options.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
16 May 2026
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Cars are rolling computers, and disconnecting a battery with the engine running can cause a host of expensive electrical issues.—
John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs And Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast,
Hartford Courant,
16 May 2026
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Diaz’s face was split open by the end of the second round, the canvas looked like a crime scene and Perry stormed around the cage afterward, demanding a fight with Paul while fans stood on chairs trying to film the madness below them.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
17 May 2026
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There’s a whole-house generator, central AC/heat, and mini-splits to keep things feeling comfortable no matter the weather.—
Clio Chang,
Curbed,
17 May 2026
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Charles severed all ties to the Peaky Blinders gang, and the hedonistic Shelby lifestyle.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
22 May 2026
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In his letter, Wingefors said the decision to sever Fellowship Entertainment was prompted by the successful spin-off of two other businesses, Asmodee, a tabletop games publisher and distributor, and gaming entity Coffee Stain, which were both listed independently last year.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
20 May 2026
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“Unlink.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unlink. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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