release
verb (used with object)
to free from confinement, bondage, obligation, pain, etc.; let go.
releasing
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present participleof release.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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Despite widespread interest from the music industry, he remained independent - releasing music on his own label, and selling mixtapes at markets and independent record shops.
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026
Microsoft is releasing a “Frontier Playbook” today, drawing on lessons from its own experience.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026
The rapper has channeled his views on the conflict into his music, releasing his protest song “Hind’s Hall” in May 2024.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2026
It remained there for several weeks, gradually releasing gas before finally erupting.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 14, 2026
The navigator also acted as bombardier, releasing the bombs over the target.
From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein
