unplugged

adjective

un·​plugged ˌən-ˈpləgd How to pronounce unplugged (audio)
: acoustic sense 2
an unplugged performance

Examples of unplugged in a Sentence

The band's latest album was unplugged.
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Items such as toasters, blenders, microwaves and coffee makers should all be unplugged, according to Amanda Nelson, co-owner of Young Cardinal Electric, per Homes & Gardens. Toria Sheffield, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025 First of all, make doubly sure that the steam iron is unplugged and completely cool to the touch. Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 12 Mar. 2025 In addition to pedal-assist up to 20 mph (32 km/h) enabled via a torque sensor in the bottom bracket, the ebike has a throttle on the left side of the handlebar to help get you off the line with ease – which can be unplugged and removed for Class 1 riding – plus 8-speed Shimano Altus gears. Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 12 Mar. 2025 Once the charging session is stopped by pressing the button next to the charge port or using the Tesla app, the cable and adapter can be unplugged from the car and then the adapter can be removed from the cable. Sam Abuelsamid, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unplugged

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First Known Use

1968, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unplugged was in 1968

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“Unplugged.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unplugged. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.

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unplugged

adjective
un·​plugged ˌən-ˈpləgd How to pronounce unplugged (audio)
: acoustic sense 2
an unplugged performance

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