1
as in unleashing
to set free (from a state of being held in check)
the losing player released his anger with a great yell of frustration
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2
as in giving way (to)
to find emotional release for
tried to find other ways of releasing tension than by chewing her fingernails
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3
as in freeing
to set free (as from slavery or confinement)
release the prisoners immediately
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4
as in saving
to set free from entanglement or difficulty
the new governor finally managed to release himself from his rash campaign promise
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5
as in casting
to throw or give off
an air freshener that releases a pleasing scent into the room
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6
as in announcing
to make known openly or publicly
the panel of nutritionists released their findings on the safety and effectiveness of various diets
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as in removing
to let go from office, service, or employment
they released the workers who couldn't handle the new technology
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Recent Examples of releasing
Wild animals had gnawed through the pressurized canisters, releasing the chemicals inside.
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Rachel Becker, Los Angeles Times, 12 Feb. 2026
More than a week after Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, went missing from her Arizona home in a possible kidnapping, law enforcement brought a man in for questioning before releasing him.
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 12 Feb. 2026
Laesch confirmed that the city of Aurora is investigating the police’s use of force against several protesters, but said the city will not be releasing video footage, as state law generally prevents police from releasing records involving juvenile offenders.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Pandora Film is releasing in Germany.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 11 Feb. 2026
Carney asked the board to approve releasing the reports.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 11 Feb. 2026
Over in Asia, signs of regional economic health will come from China's consumer and producer price indexes for January, releasing later today.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
The timing of a Minions program at these Olympics may be beneficial, as Universal is releasing a new installment of the movie franchise later this summer.
—Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Federal authorities are releasing fourth-grader Elizabeth Zuna, the first of several students detained by immigration officers in the Minneapolis suburb of Columbia Heights, the school district's superintendent said late Tuesday.
—Brian Dakss, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
Rachel Becker, Los Angeles Times, 12 Feb. 2026
More than a week after Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, went missing from her Arizona home in a possible kidnapping, law enforcement brought a man in for questioning before releasing him.
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 12 Feb. 2026
Laesch confirmed that the city of Aurora is investigating the police’s use of force against several protesters, but said the city will not be releasing video footage, as state law generally prevents police from releasing records involving juvenile offenders.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Pandora Film is releasing in Germany.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 11 Feb. 2026
Carney asked the board to approve releasing the reports.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 11 Feb. 2026
Over in Asia, signs of regional economic health will come from China's consumer and producer price indexes for January, releasing later today.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
The timing of a Minions program at these Olympics may be beneficial, as Universal is releasing a new installment of the movie franchise later this summer.
—Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Federal authorities are releasing fourth-grader Elizabeth Zuna, the first of several students detained by immigration officers in the Minneapolis suburb of Columbia Heights, the school district's superintendent said late Tuesday.
—Brian Dakss, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for releasing
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The mystery has gripped the nation, unleashing both outrage and terror at the prospect of a grandma being so easily swept away in the night.—
Donna Vickroy,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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As the war enters its fifth year, Ukraine sees no alternative to unleashing these weapons into the world.—
Simon Shuster,
The Atlantic,
10 Feb. 2026
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Aljorna was able to slip out of his jacket, freeing himself from the agent’s grasp, and ran to his cousin, Goetz said.—
Emma Tucker,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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The lights in the hallways are on, freeing the staff from the need to shuffle around with flashlights.—
Simon Shuster,
The Atlantic,
12 Feb. 2026
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The administration says this is a cost-saving solution for Americans at a time when rising energy bills are causing concern around the country.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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While putting a chair in a parking spot may seem like a simple gesture, saving spaces has created friction among residents.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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But if work, school, doctor's appointments, or other responsibilities prevent one from casting a ballot that day, early voting is an alternative.—
Lauren Victory,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Only then did the chemistry of the casting start to surface as the four Monkees came together on the set.—
Peter Larsen,
Daily News,
5 Feb. 2026
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The masterful composer managed to match director George Lucas' vision with an opening theme that fit the bill, announcing the sea change with a blast of brass that no doubt caused first-time viewers to jump in their seats.—
Alex Galbraith,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 Feb. 2026
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The social media post announcing the closure of the bicycle shop received nearly 300 reactions and almost 100 comments from past customers as of Friday.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
15 Feb. 2026
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Similarly, footage showing federal agents killing Alex Pretti revealed the ICU nurse was holding a phone in his right hand, and an officer removing a gun from his back waistband before the shooting.—
Emma Tucker,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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In an effort to save Cathy, doctors place leeches over her body in hopes of removing the bad blood.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2026
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However, loosening those connections would be extremely difficult and come with enormous costs, analysts told CNN.—
Anna Cooban,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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Push-Ups to Downward-Facing Dog This strength-stretch combo move activates the chest, core, and arms while loosening the hamstrings and calves.—
Jenny McCoy,
Outside,
30 Jan. 2026
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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
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Was that liberating, or more nerve-wracking?—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Releasing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/releasing. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.
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