unbutton
verb (used with object)
to free (buttons) from buttonholes; unfasten or undo.
unbuttoning
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present participleof unbutton.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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After unbuttoning his jersey to unveil an “I’m From Cleveland” T-shirt, Kelce wound up and then bounced his pitch halfway to the plate.
From Washington Times ● Apr. 7, 2023
After unbuttoning his jersey to unveil an “I’m From Cleveland” T-shirt, Kelce wound up and then bounced his pitch way in front of the plate.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 7, 2023
“Most people don’t mind loosening their sleeve or unbuttoning their shirt slightly.”
From Slate ● Feb. 23, 2021
Goldblum has suggested in interviews that this great unbuttoning was spontaneous, but whether it is, the effect is the same.
From New York Times ● Jul. 2, 2020
“Here, viejo, let me help you,” she said, unbuttoning Papá’s shirt and helping him to take it off.
From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez
