unfreeze
verb (used with object)
to cause to thaw; melt.
unfreezing
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present participleof unfreeze.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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At stake is the unfreezing of billions of dollars, providing a huge incentive for Iran, as it faces soaring inflation and the collapse of its export-driven economy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 15, 2026
But Iranian officials reiterated Tuesday that unfreezing the country’s overseas assets remains a precondition for continued negotiations.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 26, 2026
Analysts say another aim of the election was to normalise their image with a veneer of legitimacy, unfreezing foreign engagement -- including investment projects.
From Barron's ● Apr. 10, 2026
Tackling the issue will be key to unfreezing billions of euros in EU aid.
From Reuters ● Oct. 16, 2023
They were happy to discover their unfreezing ability worked perfectly on the liquid and gulped greedily until the bottles were empty.
From "The Last Last-Day-of-Summer" by Lamar Giles
