1
as in to unpack
to empty or rid of cargo
the dockworkers unloaded the ship
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2
as in to dump
to get rid of as useless or unwanted
I can't seem to unload this old car—even the charities won't take it!
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Recent Examples of unload
Christopher Payne/Esto Smart, silent robots unload trucks When those trucks roll into docks at the Metaplant, some of the factory’s 850 robots promptly unload their parts.
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IEEE Spectrum, 5 Nov. 2025
Studies conducted in recent years have shown that women in heterosexual couples predominantly take on the brunt of domestic tasks—managing the family’s calendar, unloading the dishwasher, feeding pets.
—Paula Mejía, The Atlantic, 2 Nov. 2025
This includes being programmed to handle a variety of chores, such as watering the plants, unloading the dishwasher, or tidying up the house.
—PC Magazine, 1 Nov. 2025
Agnes unloads the weight of the world on the baby by explaining that some bad life experiences are going to happen, but at least the baby has a good support system.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2025
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IEEE Spectrum, 5 Nov. 2025
Studies conducted in recent years have shown that women in heterosexual couples predominantly take on the brunt of domestic tasks—managing the family’s calendar, unloading the dishwasher, feeding pets.
—Paula Mejía, The Atlantic, 2 Nov. 2025
This includes being programmed to handle a variety of chores, such as watering the plants, unloading the dishwasher, or tidying up the house.
—PC Magazine, 1 Nov. 2025
Agnes unloads the weight of the world on the baby by explaining that some bad life experiences are going to happen, but at least the baby has a good support system.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unload
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In tandem with the Danish Film Institute and Denmark’s embassy, Frame will unpack the Nordic production-financing model and dissect recent co-production workflows.—
Emiliano De Pablos,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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Nothing is worse than unpacking your suitcase and seeing that your overpriced moisturizer has spilled onto your favorite sweater—avoid that kind of mess with the Crush Toiletry Bag, available in several fun shades.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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Somewhere beyond the brush, two frightened dogs — caught on video being dumped and abandoned — were still waiting, as if the person who left them might return.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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Drone footage showed catastrophic flooding that turned streets into rivers, submerged homes and overturned cars as Typhoon Kalmaegi, known locally as Tino, dumped more than a month’s worth of rain in only 24 hours in some areas.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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If told to evacuate, do so immediately.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Nov. 2025
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As the violent storm threatens the country’s northeastern coast, millions of people have evacuated from villages at risk of flash floods, landslides, and tidal surges.—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
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Reserve the smooth strained mixture and discard any solids.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Nov. 2025
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Health inspectors cite the bagel shop after the half-and-half at the customer self-service counter was not discarded at the appropriate time.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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Proof of service is required to claim the freebie so make sure to bring your military ID, VA card, or discharge papers.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
11 Nov. 2025
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Military members must show proof of service through military ID cards, Veterans Affairs cards or discharge papers.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
11 Nov. 2025
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The junior forward cut down his long flowing hair this past January, and then ditched his iconic goggles last week in an effort to expand his peripheral vision and improve his game.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
11 Nov. 2025
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Bleacher Report's Erik Beaston recently predicted Alonso would ditch the Mets in free agency in favor of a deal with a new team.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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Britain ultimately lost not only because of Washington’s extraordinary tenacity in the war’s several mainland theaters, but also because the king’s men had to stage long sieges, wage desperate naval battles, and take mounting casualties on too many other fronts spread too far apart.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
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Department stores have been losing market share for decades, first to big-box discounters like Walmart and Target in the 1980’s and 90’s, and more recently to Amazon.—
Phil Wahba,
Fortune,
7 Nov. 2025
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In fact, focused commitment should reduce stress, unburden your mind of distractions, and sharpen your ability to prioritize.—
Juliette Han,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Working through his doubts with the help of others allowed Meinerz to reach an unburdening conclusion, one that helped turn him into a first-team All-Pro for the first time in 2024.—
Nick Kosmider,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Unload.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unload. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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