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

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

Thanks to TV and movies, and the ever-present emphasis on playing to Middle America, they know his type, and that's enough of a sell for voters who are dying to unclench a little.

From Salon

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