unbuckle
Americanverb (used without object)
verb (used without object)
Etymology
Origin of unbuckle
First recorded in 1350–1400, unbuckle is from the Middle English word unboclen. See un- 2, buckle
Example Sentences
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I told them, ‘You need to unbuckle my boot because I’m in so much pain.’
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026
Mr Nelson said he was able to unbuckle himself push himself to the ground.
From BBC • Feb. 18, 2025
The chief claimed Solis had struck him while he was trying to pull her out of her car and she was trying to unbuckle her seat belt.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 3, 2021
When they got to Feighan’s apartment, the younger man went to unbuckle his seatbelt, only to have the partner throw his arm across his chest to hold him down.
From The Verge • Aug. 10, 2021
I unbuckle one seat belt and sit up.
From "Paper Towns" by John Green
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