Word
unleashed
Phoneticsun·leashed
US/ənˈɫiʃt/
UK/ʌnlˈiːʃt/
Definitions
01freed from restraint
adj. released from control or limits, often resulting in a powerful or sudden effect.
adj. released from physical, emotional, or social restraints; often used to describe powerful forces or emotions that are no longer contained.
“The unleashed power of the storm caused significant damage to the coastal town.”
“Once the new policy was announced, it unleashed a wave of public anger that the government had not anticipated.”
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02without a leash
adj. describes an animal, like a dog, that is not wearing a lead or leash.
adj. not restrained by a leash; typically used in the context of domestic animals in public spaces.
“The park has a special area where unleashed dogs can run and play safely.”
“Local ordinances require all pets to be restrained, yet several unleashed animals were spotted roaming the nature reserve.”
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Real-World Examples
“The charity Save the Children has said the oil price shock unleashed by Donald Trump’s war on Iran is forcing it to “spend more to reach fewer children”.” “A glacier unleashed a deadly flood earlier this week.” Scan code
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