as in unleashed
to set free (from a state of being held in check)
that last insult unlocked her tongue, and she finally said what she really thought
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Recent Examples of unlocked
PC Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025
Of the people who have a gun in their home, nearly half of participants said a firearm was stored in an unlocked location and more than one-third said a gun was stored loaded.
—Juliana Kim, NPR, 17 Sep. 2025
There is no good reason to automatically allow wired connections when unlocked.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
And still not released are files on what led up to Arredondo’s firing, as well as warnings about unlocked classroom doors, that CNN has already reported on.
—Matthew J. Friedman, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2025
Kehl went unit to unit checking for unlocked doors before happening upon the Ferrell’s condo on the 34th floor, police say.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
The couple’s front door had been left unlocked and their alarm disabled, per the police affidavit.
—Sean Mandell, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
During a search of the home, investigators found two pistols in Nathan Davin’s upstairs bedroom, as well as several other guns in an unlocked safe.
—Tom Olsen, Twin Cities, 21 Aug. 2025
Someone entered an unlocked vehicle and stole a house key.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2025
Matthew J. Friedman, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2025
Worthy’s reintegration into the lineup and improved protection up front unlocked Patrick Mahomes’ best game of the young season and his first four-touchdown output since 2023.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 2 Oct. 2025
Electronic aids like lean-sensitive traction control, wheelie control, slide control, Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Braking System (KIBS), and engine brake control are all part of the Kawasaki Corner Management Function, which is unlocked by a six-axis IMU.
—New Atlas, 2 Oct. 2025
That is what is going to be unlocked and opened when Wilson Park opens in just over three weeks’ time.
—Duante Beddingfield, Freep.com, 2 Oct. 2025
In July, a Coldplay concert jumbotron captured an awkward moment after panning to an embracing couple, who promptly unlocked arms and tried to dodge the camera.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 28 Sep. 2025
Then, in the early 2010s, fracking and horizontal drilling technology unlocked the deposits hiding in the shale bed and unleashed vast wealth that went beyond the county residents’ wildest dreams.
—Mitch Moxley, Rolling Stone, 27 Sep. 2025
Maybe Mike Trout has actually unlocked something with his swing in the final weeks of the season.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 27 Sep. 2025
Upon hearing the officers knock on the window, Jeremy unlocked the SUV and got out.
—Kc Baker, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2025
Verb
According to reports on Reddit, first spotted by MacRumors, some iPhone 17 models are disconnecting from Wi-Fi every time the phone is unlocked.
—PC Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025
Of the people who have a gun in their home, nearly half of participants said a firearm was stored in an unlocked location and more than one-third said a gun was stored loaded.
—Juliana Kim, NPR, 17 Sep. 2025
There is no good reason to automatically allow wired connections when unlocked.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
And still not released are files on what led up to Arredondo’s firing, as well as warnings about unlocked classroom doors, that CNN has already reported on.
—Matthew J. Friedman, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2025
Kehl went unit to unit checking for unlocked doors before happening upon the Ferrell’s condo on the 34th floor, police say.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
The couple’s front door had been left unlocked and their alarm disabled, per the police affidavit.
—Sean Mandell, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
During a search of the home, investigators found two pistols in Nathan Davin’s upstairs bedroom, as well as several other guns in an unlocked safe.
—Tom Olsen, Twin Cities, 21 Aug. 2025
Someone entered an unlocked vehicle and stole a house key.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Video and witness statements previously analyzed by CNN show all three entrance doors to the fourth-grade building were unlocked.
—Matthew J. Friedman, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2025
Worthy’s reintegration into the lineup and improved protection up front unlocked Patrick Mahomes’ best game of the young season and his first four-touchdown output since 2023.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 2 Oct. 2025
Electronic aids like lean-sensitive traction control, wheelie control, slide control, Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Braking System (KIBS), and engine brake control are all part of the Kawasaki Corner Management Function, which is unlocked by a six-axis IMU.
—New Atlas, 2 Oct. 2025
That is what is going to be unlocked and opened when Wilson Park opens in just over three weeks’ time.
—Duante Beddingfield, Freep.com, 2 Oct. 2025
In July, a Coldplay concert jumbotron captured an awkward moment after panning to an embracing couple, who promptly unlocked arms and tried to dodge the camera.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 28 Sep. 2025
Then, in the early 2010s, fracking and horizontal drilling technology unlocked the deposits hiding in the shale bed and unleashed vast wealth that went beyond the county residents’ wildest dreams.
—Mitch Moxley, Rolling Stone, 27 Sep. 2025
Maybe Mike Trout has actually unlocked something with his swing in the final weeks of the season.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 27 Sep. 2025
Upon hearing the officers knock on the window, Jeremy unlocked the SUV and got out.
—Kc Baker, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unlocked
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Manes Returns A little more than three months after Johnson’s departure, Bukele unleashed an assault on the judiciary.—
T. Christian Miller,
ProPublica,
30 Sep. 2025
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So Much Fun) and others exhausting (the YSL Slime Language comps, 2023’s Business Is Business), as well as too many studio leaks unleashed via message board accounts.—
Mosi Reeves,
Rolling Stone,
29 Sep. 2025
Verb
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That's because the city has a history of shifting on this issue, from when pursuits were restricted following bystander deaths, and then loosened in response to carjackings and reckless driving in the city.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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And the typical rules of decorum are loosened as a result — at least by golf standards.—
Bob Harkins,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Thomas was arrested July 14 and charged with accessory after the fact for allegedly helping Song evade authorities, according to an unsealed complaint.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Sep. 2025
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Simply fill a spray bottle with white vinegar and generously apply it to the caulking where mold appears (being careful not to get too close to any surrounding unsealed grout).—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Everyone was safe after the incident, according to a statement released by the organizers.—
Rajeev Tyagi,
ABC News,
1 Oct. 2025
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Poll Signals Voter Blame for Government Shutdown A poll released a few hours before the government shutdown came into effect gave insight into how voters may apportion the blame.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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In May, a fisherman fell into the water and drowned after the seat on his bass boat became unbolted.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2024
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In a press event Thursday evening, Tesla's somewhat oddly attired Elon Musk showed how the the company's Tesla S luxury sedan could be recharged in just 90 seconds, hovering over a robotic setup in which the battery would be automatically located, unbolted, removed, and replaced.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
3 Mar. 2023
Adjective
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The decidedly cognizant, braggadocious front half gives way to unbarred perspective into a darker moment during Miller’s journey with drug abuse.—
Billboard Staff,
Billboard,
26 Nov. 2019
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With unbarred views of the sea, the infinity pool also clocks in at 5 feet deep, shallow enough to stand and perfect for those not wanting to get their hair wet.—
Melanie Reffes,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2018
Adjective
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SharePlay might turn the unfolded screen into a collaborative canvas for gaming, streaming or brainstorming with friends and colleagues.—
Mark Vena,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Key features: weight 8.7 oz / 249 g, size 7 x 5.55 x 5.47 inches / 178 x 141 x 139 mm unfolded, battery up to 31 minutes, video resolution 4K, 2.7K, 1080p, frame rate 4K 30 FPS / 2.7K up to 60 FPS 1080p up to 60 FPS.—
Chris McMullen,
Space.com,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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The law stripped teachers and most public workers of collective bargaining rights and led to wide changes in the state's education system.—
Kayla Huynh,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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Tactically, the most notable feature of the final was how regularly the two goalkeepers found themselves in bizarre positions, rushing out to close down attackers in wide areas.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Unlocked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unlocked. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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