unleash
word
Definition
To suddenly release or set something free, especially something powerful such as emotions, energy, or a force.
Usage & Nuances
Typically used in formal and semi-formal contexts, often with 'power', 'potential', 'anger', 'creativity'. It can refer to both literal (letting an animal loose) and figurative (releasing emotions or ideas) situations. Common phrases: 'unleash the power of', 'unleash your creativity'.
Spanish: desatar - liberarPortuguese (BR): liberar - desencadearPortuguese (PT): libertar - desencadearChinese (Simplified): 释放 - 发动Chinese (Traditional): 釋放 - 發動Hindi: मुक्त करना - उजागर करनाArabic: إطلاق العنان - إفلاتBengali: মুক্ত করা - উদ্গীরণ করাRussian: освободить - дать волюJapanese: 解き放つ - 解放するVietnamese: giải phóng - phóng thíchKorean: 해방하다 - 풀어놓다Turkish: serbest bırakmak - ortaya çıkarmakUrdu: آزاد کرنا - کھول دیناIndonesian: melepaskan - membebaskan
Example Sentences
Opening the door will unleash the dog.
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She wanted to unleash her anger but stayed calm.
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The scientist hopes to unleash new technology.
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Social media can unleash a wave of opinions overnight.
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That speech really unleashed people's creativity.
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Let's unleash our full potential on this project!
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