unpacked

word · lemma: unpack

Definition

Removed things from a suitcase, box, or package; or explained or analyzed something in detail.

Usage & Nuances

Commonly used after travel or moving. Also used figuratively to mean 'explained in detail' (e.g., 'She unpacked her argument'). Often follows forms of 'have' (present perfect) or 'was/were' (past simple passive).

Example Sentences

He unpacked the gifts from the bag.

basic

By the time you arrived, I had already unpacked everything.

natural

She unpacked her feelings during the conversation.

natural

His ideas were thoroughly unpacked in the meeting.

natural

She unpacked her suitcase after the trip.

basic

We unpacked all the boxes in our new house.

basic