1
as in to unleash
to set free (from a state of being held in check)
the losing player released his anger with a great yell of frustration
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2
as in to give way (to)
to find emotional release for
tried to find other ways of releasing tension than by chewing her fingernails
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as in to free
to set free (as from slavery or confinement)
release the prisoners immediately
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as in to liberate
to set free from entanglement or difficulty
the new governor finally managed to release himself from his rash campaign promise
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as in to cast
to throw or give off
an air freshener that releases a pleasing scent into the room
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as in to announce
to make known openly or publicly
the panel of nutritionists released their findings on the safety and effectiveness of various diets
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as in to sack
to let go from office, service, or employment
they released the workers who couldn't handle the new technology
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as in waiver
a document containing a declaration of an intentional giving up of a right, claim, or privilege
we had to sign a liability release before they'd let us go rock climbing on their property
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as in announcement
a published statement informing the public of a matter of general interest
a press release announcing that the governor would not run for a second term
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as in relief
reduction of or freedom from pain
only sleep offered any release from the agony of the migraine
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Recent Examples of release
Nicholas Williams, New York Daily News, 9 July 2025
The award-winning costume designer will release The Fashion of Clueless (Simon & Schuster) in Oct. 7, now available for preorder on Amazon, Bookshop and other retailers.
—Danielle Directo-Meston, HollywoodReporter, 9 July 2025
Sarah Cutler
updated July 10, Idaho Statesman, 10 July 2025
Investigators consider this an isolated incident and there is no danger to the public, according to a news release from the sheriff's office.
—Cameron Knight, The Enquirer, 10 July 2025
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Cops released photos of the gunman following the incident.
—Nicholas Williams, New York Daily News, 9 July 2025
The award-winning costume designer will release The Fashion of Clueless (Simon & Schuster) in Oct. 7, now available for preorder on Amazon, Bookshop and other retailers.
—Danielle Directo-Meston, HollywoodReporter, 9 July 2025
Noun
Idaho school districts face uncertainty The Boise School District was expecting to receive about $1.5 million of the frozen funding, Superintendent Lisa Roberts said in the news release.
—Sarah Cutler
updated July 10, Idaho Statesman, 10 July 2025
Investigators consider this an isolated incident and there is no danger to the public, according to a news release from the sheriff's office.
—Cameron Knight, The Enquirer, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for release
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More gossip was unleashed when Albert was photographed with his son Alexandre Grimaldi, daughter Jazmin Grace Grimaldi and Nicole Coste, Alexandre’s mother, in 2023.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
14 July 2025
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President Donald Trump unleashed on his longtime foe Rosie O'Donnell, threatening to revoke the left-leaning comedian's U.S. citizenship.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
13 July 2025
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The raptor stayed on top of her, even as the woman’s partner tried to free her.—
Joshua Rapp Learn,
Smithsonian Magazine,
14 July 2025
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And, of course, using social media less could also free up more time for parents to spend playing with their kids.—
Kara Alaimo,
CNN Money,
13 July 2025
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Determined to liberate Panem, Katniss and her fellow rebels embark on a dangerous journey into the heart of the Capitol to save the nation from President Snow’s tyranny once and for all.—
Kelly Martinez Published,
EW.com,
5 July 2025
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Technology leaders must liberate their technology roadmap to serve the business first and technology vendors last.—
Rob LaMear,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
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On July 5, the low angle of the sun will cast prominent shadows along the eastern rim of the impact crater, while highlighting reflective debris streaks known as ejecta rays that were cast out during its creation some 800 million years ago.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
5 July 2025
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Significantly more information is missed every day without a wider net for data being cast across South County communities.—
Tammy Murga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 July 2025
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That is why the strong language that Donald Trump has been using since announcing an end to the pause is of real value.—
The Editors,
National Review,
11 July 2025
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That month also saw JD.com announce a first round of subsidies worth 10 billion yuan, which went towards a food delivery discount program.—
Dylan Butts,Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
11 July 2025
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On a stroll through New York City yesterday, Hathaway’s outfit offered a fun solution for not sacking off your denim in the high summer heat just yet.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
10 July 2025
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Ange Postecoglou was sacked two weeks later and replaced by Thomas Frank.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
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Surveys show over 20% of physicians now use AI for writing progress notes or discharge summaries.—
Turgay Ayer,
The Conversation,
11 July 2025
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Those who sign up for military service become legally obligated to complete preset time commitments (with few exceptions for early discharge).—
Terina Allen,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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If one or more can emerge this summer, perhaps the Panthers can take it easy on the waiver wire ahead of Week 1.—
Mike Kaye
July 14,
Charlotte Observer,
14 July 2025
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Graham has said the president would be allowed to waive the sanctions, for 180 days, and could also renew a waiver.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
14 July 2025
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“Release.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/release. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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