Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unscrewed
Verb
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They are typically screwed into the snow and often cemented in by water that turns to ice.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Feb. 2026 -
Smaller version of the quakes at home Think of a plastic water bottle filled to the rim with the cap firmly screwed on.—
Tammie Souza,
CBS News,
7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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An hour didn’t allow for a nap, but the seats swiveled easily in multiple directions and felt generally comfy with the footrest up.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
24 Feb. 2026
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The laser swiveled as its cameras followed the target.—
Simon Shuster,
The Atlantic,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Alas, exchanges like Kramer and Fauci’s were airing on staid C-SPAN, while network TV had already pivoted toward a flashier mode, in which open conflict became a sure formula for success.—
Talya Zax,
The Atlantic,
21 Feb. 2026
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The Academy reportedly pivoted to a wheelchair to prioritize Minnelli’s safety.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The works will be rotated throughout the galleries, allowing visitors to view them through a different lens.—
Alyson Rodriguez,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Feb. 2026
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Over time, Rathna rotated through multiple departments and logged more than 200 volunteer hours, far exceeding the program’s minimum requirement of 24 hours.—
Nancy Badertscher,
AJC.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Unscrewed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unscrewed. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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