1
as in unleashes
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 gives 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 frees
to set free (as from slavery or confinement)
release the prisoners immediately
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as in liberates
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 casts
to throw or give off
an air freshener that releases a pleasing scent into the room
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as in announces
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 removes
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 discharges
a freeing from an obligation or responsibility
because they had legally declared bankruptcy, they received release from their debt
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as in waivers
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 announcements
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 reliefs
reduction of or freedom from pain
only sleep offered any release from the agony of the migraine
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Recent Examples of releases
Lauren Sommer, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
Humiliated when Iran releases the hostages minutes after Reagan is inaugurated.
—Bradley Tusk, New York Daily News, 23 Dec. 2024
This phase begins on the first day of your period (menstruation) and ends when ovulation occurs, which is when the ovary releases an egg.
—Wendy Wisner, Health, 22 Dec. 2024
Barrell releases bourbon in batches, each with its own unique flavor profile, rather than aiming for consistency across releases.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
As the year comes to a close, there have been some especially good spirits releases hitting liquor store shelves.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
Some scientists are convinced that SAI, which releases tiny particles into part of the upper atmosphere, would work to cool the planet because of observations made after volcanic eruptions.
—Lara Williams, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
Both companies are moving aggressively to capture market share before Apple releases its own AI features.
—Britney Nguyen, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
In doing so, the group inadvertently releases hundreds if not thousands of Xenomorphs, who immediately go on the rampage.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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The year also began with a strong El Niño event, which occurs when the ocean in the Eastern Pacific releases large amounts of heat to the atmosphere, raising global temperatures.
—Lauren Sommer, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
Humiliated when Iran releases the hostages minutes after Reagan is inaugurated.
—Bradley Tusk, New York Daily News, 23 Dec. 2024
This phase begins on the first day of your period (menstruation) and ends when ovulation occurs, which is when the ovary releases an egg.
—Wendy Wisner, Health, 22 Dec. 2024
Barrell releases bourbon in batches, each with its own unique flavor profile, rather than aiming for consistency across releases.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
As the year comes to a close, there have been some especially good spirits releases hitting liquor store shelves.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
Some scientists are convinced that SAI, which releases tiny particles into part of the upper atmosphere, would work to cool the planet because of observations made after volcanic eruptions.
—Lara Williams, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
Both companies are moving aggressively to capture market share before Apple releases its own AI features.
—Britney Nguyen, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
In doing so, the group inadvertently releases hundreds if not thousands of Xenomorphs, who immediately go on the rampage.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for releases
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Doll’s action unleashes a cascade of karmic consequences, most of them violent and some perpetrated by him, that culminate in the investigator being set up to take the fall for the killing of a young female tourist and being pursued by bounty hunters sent by that cartel bagman.—
Paula L. Woods,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Dec. 2024
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The boa uncoils and hisses, the tiger unleashes his roar.—
Jay Nordlinger,
National Review,
13 Dec. 2024
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Israel put that on hold until Hamas frees a civilian hostage who Israel said should have been released Saturday.—
Wafaa Shurafa,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Jan. 2025
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Glide mode frees you up to be present with others and enjoy your surroundings.—
Paul Ridden,
New Atlas,
26 Jan. 2025
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The ouster of nine veteran FBI leaders, including the heads of the Washington and New York field offices, removes respected leaders from their posts and casts doubt across the organization.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
TIME,
24 Mar. 2025
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And even now, that loss casts a pall over his personal achievements that year, his first of nine consecutive All-Star seasons, first of four Gold Glove awards, and becoming the first player ever to win both Rookie of the Year and MVP.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
23 Mar. 2025
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In the remake, after being kissed back to life, Snow White confronts the Evil Queen, who is still alive and well at the castle, and announces her intention to reclaim her late parents’ realm.—
Jessica Wang,
EW.com,
21 Mar. 2025
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In laying out plans for future years, Huang announces further iterations of the chip, like the Vera Ruben NVL144, named after a scientist working on dark matter.—
John Werner,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Related Articles Obviously, the best way to avoid hangovers is to not drink at all, but if a celebratory sip is unavoidable this season, Myers recommends staying hydrated with water and electrolytes, getting extra sleep and taking charcoal, which binds to and removes toxins from the body.—
Emily Burns,
WWD,
31 Dec. 2024
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The exfoliating ingredient—popular in skincare for clearing up breakouts—removes buildup from the scalp.—
Jenny Berg,
Allure,
31 Dec. 2024
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Shore has already cleared waivers, while Jones would need waivers to get back to Iowa.—
Michael Russo,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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The wideout has been claimed off of waivers by the Houston Texans on Monday according to ESPN NFL insider Ian Rapoport.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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Tensions also grew between Iraq's Sunni institutions over conflicting announcements, with dozens of Iraqis performing Eid prayers on Sunday, outside mosques and without clergy, according to media reports.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025
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There have also been announcements of major job cuts at government agencies, including18,000 employees at the IRS, while Postmaster General Louis DeJoy told Congress that 10,000 workers at the United States Postal Service would be cut within a month.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Mar. 2025
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More than once, Mariana emits an exasperated scream that goes on and on and on, almost like an operatic aria.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
19 Mar. 2025
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Ammonia emits a deeply unpleasant smell, and exposure can lead to symptoms like headaches, irritated eyes, skin, and lungs.—
Sam Delgado,
Vox,
17 Mar. 2025
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“Releases.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/releases. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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