unlatched 1 of 2

unlatched

2 of 2

verb

past tense of unlatch

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for unlatched
Verb
  • Leaving the default admin password unchanged is like leaving your front door unlocked.
    Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The back of the vehicle can’t be unlocked from the inside.
    Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • In May, a fisherman fell into the water and drowned after the seat on his bass boat became unbolted.
    Tanasia Kenney, Miami Herald, 6 June 2024
  • In a press event Thursday evening, Tesla's somewhat oddly attired Elon Musk showed how the the company's Tesla S luxury sedan could be recharged in just 90 seconds, hovering over a robotic setup in which the battery would be automatically located, unbolted, removed, and replaced.
    IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 3 Mar. 2023
Adjective
  • The unsealed documents show examples of patient complaints against Planned Parenthood, educational materials patients must view before abortions and blank copies of the informed consent forms that state law requires patients to sign before terminating a pregnancy.
    Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 10 June 2025
  • Kim and Messenger, both of New York, were each charged with bribery and conspiracy to commit bribery, according to the case’s unsealed indictment.
    Ellen Mitchell, The Hill, 19 May 2025
Adjective
  • The decidedly cognizant, braggadocious front half gives way to unbarred perspective into a darker moment during Miller’s journey with drug abuse.
    Billboard Staff, Billboard, 26 Nov. 2019
  • With unbarred views of the sea, the infinity pool also clocks in at 5 feet deep, shallow enough to stand and perfect for those not wanting to get their hair wet.
    Melanie Reffes, USA TODAY, 20 Feb. 2018
Adjective
  • Behind the bed, a retractable wall revealed a generous dressing area with thoughtful storage: a wide bench for suitcases, deep drawers, hangers, and just enough extras: yoga mats, oversized beach towels, umbrellas, buckets, and spades.
    Alli Forde, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2025
  • What’s more, this type of channel supports a wider culture of trust and transparency. 2) Communicate Transparently with Customers Many trust practices are nearly invisible when they’re done right.
    Chris Womack, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
Adjective
  • While the actress opted to style hers without its attached belt, Amazon shoppers note that this option also looks just as flattering when belted or worn unbuttoned over a swimsuit.
    Averi Baudler, People.com, 3 June 2025
  • Brand walked past them wearing all black, with a blazer over a pinstriped shirt unbuttoned to his navel, several necklaces and dark sunglasses.
    Lauren Frayer, NPR, 30 May 2025
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“Unlatched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unlatched. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.

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