as in opening
to make passage through (something) possible by removing obstructions
the chimney should work just fine once it is unplugged and cleaned out
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Recent Examples of unplugging
Go Off-Grid for the Day For couples who crave real connection, consider unplugging from everything you’re used to.
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2026
Gen Z is leading the trend, with 63% intentionally unplugging — the highest rate of any generation.
—Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 29 Jan. 2026
But, please, go ahead and try unplugging and replugging again.
—Broti Gupta, New Yorker, 20 Jan. 2026
This can look like unplugging from screens, putting on comfortable clothes and dimming the lights in your home.
—Andee Tagle, NPR, 15 Jan. 2026
The manufacturer recommends unplugging your rice cooker, removing the rice pot and wiping down all of the components with a damp rag and a mixture of vinegar and water.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 13 Jan. 2026
Start by unplugging the dryer before cleaning out the exhaust duct, or consider hiring a professional to do the inspection and troubleshooting.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2025
From light-up hoops to electric bikes and Lego sets, these fun presents make unplugging fun.
—Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 10 Dec. 2025
However, there are several benefits to unplugging your charger, including energy savings, cost savings, fire prevention, and even improved device longevity.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Dec. 2025
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2026
Gen Z is leading the trend, with 63% intentionally unplugging — the highest rate of any generation.
—Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 29 Jan. 2026
But, please, go ahead and try unplugging and replugging again.
—Broti Gupta, New Yorker, 20 Jan. 2026
This can look like unplugging from screens, putting on comfortable clothes and dimming the lights in your home.
—Andee Tagle, NPR, 15 Jan. 2026
The manufacturer recommends unplugging your rice cooker, removing the rice pot and wiping down all of the components with a damp rag and a mixture of vinegar and water.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 13 Jan. 2026
Start by unplugging the dryer before cleaning out the exhaust duct, or consider hiring a professional to do the inspection and troubleshooting.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2025
From light-up hoops to electric bikes and Lego sets, these fun presents make unplugging fun.
—Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 10 Dec. 2025
However, there are several benefits to unplugging your charger, including energy savings, cost savings, fire prevention, and even improved device longevity.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unplugging
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As a first step of the project, De Giglio wanted to bring back the authentic barber experience, opening the Barberia of Eredi Zucca barber shop in Milan with a full range of products encompassing grooming, hair care, body care, skin care, tools and accessories.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
10 Feb. 2026
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Shares fell almost 4% before the opening bell.—
Dee-Ann Durbin,
Fortune,
10 Feb. 2026
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The wrecking contractor did a superb job of clearing the area.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
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From July 2024 through February 2025 alone, the city reported clearing 530 encampments.—
Grant Stringer,
Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Unplugging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unplugging. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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