unfasten
verb (used with object)
to release from or as from fastenings; detach.
unfastening
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present participleof unfasten.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Kondo brought garments to life, like kites in the sky with voluminous silhouettes created by fastening and unfastening buttons.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 20, 2024
Fastidiously spend a couple of minutes unfastening all the straps before you can sit down?
From The Guardian ● Sep. 19, 2019
“Help me! I am here,” Mr. Capello replied, unfastening his seatbelt, and climbing over the seats, through the smashed rear window.
From New York Times ● Sep. 6, 2018
Sunday, officers can be seen breaking a front window, unlocking the door and unfastening the driver’s seat belt.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 21, 2017
I set Ma’s sneakers in front of her, and she slips them on without unfastening the Velcro straps.
From "Dragons in a Bag" by Zetta Elliott
