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as in loosening
to set free (from a state of being held in check)
unleashed all of his unspoken love for her in a long letter that he hoped he would have the courage to mail
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as in releasing
to find emotional release for
lifting weights is a way for me to unleash all the frustrations of the workday
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Recent Examples of unleashing
Never one to shy away from making a scene at the annual Düsseldorf Caravan Salon, Bürstner came on mission this year, unleashing a furious innovation offensive that included novelties like a moving bathroom and a small semi-integrated motorhome dressed up like a camper van.
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New Atlas, 15 Sep. 2025
The fear of unleashing forces beyond control has haunted science for centuries.
—Thomas Moynihan, Big Think, 15 Sep. 2025
After unleashing two monster stiff arms on defenders to break free, Canto-Osorio scampered along the left sideline and tried to beat the last defender to the pylon.
—Greg Dudek, Boston Herald, 13 Sep. 2025
Carroll left no doubt, unleashing a relentless offensive and defensive attack.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Sep. 2025
This is especially true when facing the game's many bosses, who often only briefly telegraph their intentions before unleashing attacks that can fill a huge portion of the screen.
—ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2025
But instead of unleashing an economic dynamism that would silence his opponents, Gorbachev’s changes broke the Soviet system without creating a functional new one.
—Celeste A. Wallander, Foreign Affairs, 9 Sep. 2025
Alexander currently leads Missouri with 69 total points and 60 digs while unleashing 158 total attacks in 2025.
—Brady Shanahan, Kansas City Star, 9 Sep. 2025
Amplified by rapid technological advances, directly funding patients and unleashing all providers to competition can organically create affordable, flexible, sustainable, and dynamic access that rural Amercians truly need.
—Ge Bai, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
New Atlas, 15 Sep. 2025
The fear of unleashing forces beyond control has haunted science for centuries.
—Thomas Moynihan, Big Think, 15 Sep. 2025
After unleashing two monster stiff arms on defenders to break free, Canto-Osorio scampered along the left sideline and tried to beat the last defender to the pylon.
—Greg Dudek, Boston Herald, 13 Sep. 2025
Carroll left no doubt, unleashing a relentless offensive and defensive attack.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Sep. 2025
This is especially true when facing the game's many bosses, who often only briefly telegraph their intentions before unleashing attacks that can fill a huge portion of the screen.
—ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2025
But instead of unleashing an economic dynamism that would silence his opponents, Gorbachev’s changes broke the Soviet system without creating a functional new one.
—Celeste A. Wallander, Foreign Affairs, 9 Sep. 2025
Alexander currently leads Missouri with 69 total points and 60 digs while unleashing 158 total attacks in 2025.
—Brady Shanahan, Kansas City Star, 9 Sep. 2025
Amplified by rapid technological advances, directly funding patients and unleashing all providers to competition can organically create affordable, flexible, sustainable, and dynamic access that rural Amercians truly need.
—Ge Bai, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unleashing
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First aid efforts should include moving the person to a cooler area, loosening clothing, and offering sips of water.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Aug. 2025
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Far infrared heat is highly effective in loosening tight muscles and joints.—
Michelle Stansbury,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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The agency announced the reward on Thursday shortly after releasing two images of the person of interest in the investigation.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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The search for Kirk’s assassin entered its third day Friday, with officials releasing new still photos of the person of interest, along with video of the person fleeing the scene after the shooting.—
Filip Timotija,
The Hill,
12 Sep. 2025
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Speaking of unlocking the full potential of the offense, rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson needs more playing time.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
13 Sep. 2025
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But unlocking a career opportunity today may take more depth than simply sharing a business card.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Unleashing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unleashing. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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