as in unloading
to empty or rid of cargo
unpacked the car the minute they got back from vacation
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Recent Examples of unpacking
That brand-safe approach has made her pod a first stop for many outgoing Netflix stars, including Ashley Adionser, who gave her a viral interview unpacking how her relationship with Tyler Francis imploded.
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Laura Bradley, Vulture, 6 May 2026
There are comfortable sneakers made for long walking days, capsule wardrobe staples that mix and match without overthinking, and clever organizers that make unpacking feel less chaotic.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2026
Featuring the good, the bad and the ugly, ‘Look of the Week’ is a regular series dedicated to unpacking the most talked about outfit of the last seven days.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 3 May 2026
Article’s white glove delivery includes delivery to your room of choice as well as unpacking, assembly, and debris removal.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2026
Moving is no small task, but proper handling of some key items from the start can make the whole process and unpacking in your new home significantly easier.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
The realities and challenges that come with romantic relationships are something Tierney is notably looking forward to unpacking in season two.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 19 Apr. 2026
Newton revealed her return in a tongue-in-cheek fashion on social media, unpacking a box that had a director’s chair with her name on the back of it and the film’s logo on front.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 17 Apr. 2026
Laura Bradley, Vulture, 6 May 2026
There are comfortable sneakers made for long walking days, capsule wardrobe staples that mix and match without overthinking, and clever organizers that make unpacking feel less chaotic.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2026
Featuring the good, the bad and the ugly, ‘Look of the Week’ is a regular series dedicated to unpacking the most talked about outfit of the last seven days.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 3 May 2026
Article’s white glove delivery includes delivery to your room of choice as well as unpacking, assembly, and debris removal.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2026
Moving is no small task, but proper handling of some key items from the start can make the whole process and unpacking in your new home significantly easier.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
The realities and challenges that come with romantic relationships are something Tierney is notably looking forward to unpacking in season two.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 19 Apr. 2026
Newton revealed her return in a tongue-in-cheek fashion on social media, unpacking a box that had a director’s chair with her name on the back of it and the film’s logo on front.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unpacking
unloading
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Nicole TungIndonesian fishermen unloading various species including sharks and wedgefish, which are one of the most threatened species, in Tegal, Indonesia, last June.—
Jay Ganglani,
NBC news,
3 May 2026
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While unloading his veterans at the trade deadline in February, Karnišovas dealt Dosunmu to Minnesota along with Julian Phillips for Rob Dillingham, Leonard Miller and four second-round draft picks.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2026
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“Unpacking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unpacking. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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