unclench

American  

[uhn-klench] / ʌnˈklɛntʃ /

Also unclinch

verb (used with or without object)

1. to open or become opened from a clenched state.

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Etymology

Origin of unclench

First recorded in 1300–50, unclench is from the Middle English word unclenchen. See un- ², clench

Example Sentences

She tried to loosen her shoulders and unclench her jaw, and even forced a smile.

From Literature

They get clean, they drink smoothies, they unclench their jaws for the first time in years.

From Salon

I think the presence of four hands, rather than the usual two, doubles down on this intention — the way bodies can successfully signal to one another to loosen up, unclench, allow flow.

From Los Angeles Times

The “cleanse” stretched from days into weeks, and Ramona felt her mind unclench.

From Seattle Times

And you could let your shoulders unclench for five minutes.

From Los Angeles Times