Synonyms

unleash

American

[uhn-leesh] / ʌnˈliʃ /

verb (used with object)

to release from or as if from a leash; set loose to pursue or run at will.
to abandon control of.

to unleash his fury.

unleash British

/ ʌnˈliːʃ /

verb

to release from or as if from a leash
to free from restraint or control

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Etymology

Origin of unleash

First recorded in 1665–75; un- ² + leash

Example Sentences

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In a statement, the TVA said “we look forward to continuing to work with the Administration to unleash American energy and provide energy security for the nation.”

From Barron's

It’s a notable shift from the industry giant that practically invented the consumer market when it unleashed ChatGPT, which is still the most popular AI product ever made.

From The Wall Street Journal

Either way, once the King of the Monsters is unleashed, there isn’t much we can do to stop him.

From Salon

A deluge of weight‑loss drugs is set to transform the global fight against obesity as India prepares to unleash low‑cost generic versions of injections like Ozempic after a key patent expired Friday.

From Barron's

He told the event in Renfrewshire that the party would "unleash Scotland's potential".

From BBC

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