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as in unleashed
to set free (from a state of being held in check)
that last insult unlocked her tongue, and she finally said what she really thought
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Recent Examples of unlocked
Padmakumar Nair, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
This unlocked a velocity of innovation that could not have been achieved had those same discoveries been kept in closed labs.
—Liam Collins, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
But if Face or Touch ID had been enabled on Adams’ device, the FBI potentially could have unlocked his phone with biometrics — which aren’t typically considered a form of testimonial evidence.
—Gaby Del Valle, The Verge, 2 Oct. 2024
More than a decade ago, the advancement of deep learning and convolutional neural networks unlocked the possibility of creating an intelligence that can perceive, make decisions about, and act upon the physical world.
—Rachel Curry, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2024
On Thursday, major disaster declarations were approved by President Joe Biden, which unlocked federal funds for disaster assistance and authorized the Federal Emergency Management Agency to coordinate all disaster relief efforts.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 30 Sep. 2024
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Their cross-functional engagement not only resolved the crisis but also unlocked new insights and growth opportunities.
—Padmakumar Nair, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
This unlocked a velocity of innovation that could not have been achieved had those same discoveries been kept in closed labs.
—Liam Collins, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
But if Face or Touch ID had been enabled on Adams’ device, the FBI potentially could have unlocked his phone with biometrics — which aren’t typically considered a form of testimonial evidence.
—Gaby Del Valle, The Verge, 2 Oct. 2024
More than a decade ago, the advancement of deep learning and convolutional neural networks unlocked the possibility of creating an intelligence that can perceive, make decisions about, and act upon the physical world.
—Rachel Curry, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2024
On Thursday, major disaster declarations were approved by President Joe Biden, which unlocked federal funds for disaster assistance and authorized the Federal Emergency Management Agency to coordinate all disaster relief efforts.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 30 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unlocked
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While they were trapped, Cameron unleashed a barrage of verbal assaults and intimidation tactics, further escalating the hostile situation.Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2024
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Helene’s robust wind force and powerful floods unleashed over 500 miles of deadly destruction from Florida to the Southern Appalachians last week.Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
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Witnesses describe White House uncertainty on 2020 election night Many of the unsealed documents are transcripts of depositions from the House committee that investigated the Capitol attack on Jan. 6, 2021.Bart Jansen, USA TODAY, 18 Oct. 2024
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Allen allegedly confessed to the killings several times in a jail phone call with his wife in April 2023, according to unsealed court documents.Emily Shapiro, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2024
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One bird tutor was then released into each group, so that the flock mates could learn to use one solution over another.Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
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Following her arrest in September 2022, Molaei was sentenced to over six years in prison but released in February 2023 after being granted amnesty, according to Hengaw.Hannah Peart, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
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In May, a fisherman fell into the water and drowned after the seat on his bass boat became unbolted.Tanasia Kenney, Miami Herald, 6 June 2024
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In a press event Thursday evening, Tesla's somewhat oddly attired Elon Musk showed how the the company's Tesla S luxury sedan could be recharged in just 90 seconds, hovering over a robotic setup in which the battery would be automatically located, unbolted, removed, and replaced.IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 3 Mar. 2023
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The decidedly cognizant, braggadocious front half gives way to unbarred perspective into a darker moment during Miller’s journey with drug abuse.Billboard Staff, Billboard, 26 Nov. 2019
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With unbarred views of the sea, the infinity pool also clocks in at 5 feet deep, shallow enough to stand and perfect for those not wanting to get their hair wet.Melanie Reffes, USA TODAY, 20 Feb. 2018
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My bed is unmade, a pile of unfolded laundry sits over my right shoulder, and a $9.99 Muhammad Ali poster hangs on my wall.thehustle.co, thehustle.co, 1 Nov. 2024
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This is a phone for big hands and even my large paws struggle when typing messages on the unfolded screen.Janhoi McGregor, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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Many of the recipients are college students from a wide range of schools nationwide, including Ohio State University, Clemson University in South Carolina, the University of Southern California and Missouri State University, NBC News has confirmed.Char Adams, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Microsoft hasn't shared a full version release date or announced wider availability.Kate Irwin, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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“Unlocked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unlocked. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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