Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unshackling
Verb
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For the determined, liberating people’s cars from the ice can mean a quick source of income.—
Clio Chang,
Curbed,
5 Feb. 2026 -
Was that liberating, or more nerve-wracking?—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Jan. 2026
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Conley was waived Thursday, freeing the veteran 19-year guard to sign with a playoff contender, and seems to be on a reunion course with Minnesota.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Feb. 2026
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Deaths are expected to rise in the years ahead because of an aging population, freeing up more homes.—
Aldo Svaldi,
Denver Post,
5 Feb. 2026
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Sams returned the favor in the 46th minute after moving to right back, springing Sears down the right wing with a lofted long ball for a breakaway goal.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
29 Jan. 2026
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Ian Moore backhanded a loose puck out of the Anaheim zone, springing Poehling on a breakaway.—
Oc Register,
Oc Register,
24 Jan. 2026
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He’s been hitting threes lately, which has been unlocking our offense more.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Feb. 2026
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Jones praised Pitts' talent and believes the 25-year-old is on the cusp of unlocking his full potential.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
1 Feb. 2026
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“Unshackling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unshackling. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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