UNPLUGGING Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

unplugging

verb

present participle of unplug

as in opening

to make passage through (something) possible by removing obstructions the chimney should work just fine once it is unplugged and cleaned out

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Recent Examples of unplugging Other tasks included organizing pins in a pin box, tying and cutting zip ties, and placing a GPU into a motherboard before unplugging the graphics card again to reset for the next trial. — Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 17 June 2026 Considerations Before Getting Started For deeper cleanings, unplugging the refrigerator can prevent electric shock or short circuits if moisture gets into the electrical components while cleaning. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 16 June 2026 From mountain hikes to historic landmarks, Italy topped a new ranking of destinations ideal for unplugging and reconnecting with the moment. — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2026 To receive a full refund, Kidisle is asking customers to destroy the product by unplugging it and cutting the power cord. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 12 June 2026 Consider unplugging for an hour to fix a small thing, then notice how your mind opens and ideas return. — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 11 June 2026 Destroy the coffee maker by unplugging it and cutting the power cord. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 11 June 2026 The final challenge that Le Mans presents is unplugging yourself from ‘race mode’. — Sam Joseph, New York Times, 11 June 2026 Avoid fire hazards and save on energy costs by unplugging these items when you're done using them. — Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2026

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The date circulating is September 25, 2026, with early access opening September 18 for Ultimate Edition buyers and EA Play subscribers.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
Sharing money with a partner can simplify household bills and savings goals, but opening a joint bank account or joint credit card also means sharing financial responsibility.

— Ashley Lynch July 22, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2026

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Williams told the Observer that her primary focus was on restructuring the organization’s finances, clearing debt and improving operational health, rather than pursuing a long-term career with Opera Carolina.

— Catherine Muccigrosso July 24, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026
In Brazil, both the Amazon rainforest and the vast grassland known as the Cerrado have been rapidly transformed through clearing and logging operations into pastures and cropland.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 23 July 2026

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