as in delivered
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as in unleashed
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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as in gave 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 freed
to set free (as from slavery or confinement)
release the prisoners immediately
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as in liberated
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 cast
to throw or give off
an air freshener that releases a pleasing scent into the room
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as in announced
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 removed
to let go from office, service, or employment
they released the workers who couldn't handle the new technology
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Recent Examples of released
Hannah Peart, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
An image of Roshanak Molaei, verified and released by the Norwegian human rights group Hengaw.
—Hannah Peart, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
An image released by the Center for Human Rights in Iran appears to show Roshanak Molaei in a physical confrontation with a man on a motorcycle.
—Hannah Peart, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
Chu said the musical adaptation, which premiered on Broadway in 2003, was also coincidentally released during a momentous time.
—Tony Lee, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
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
Musk said in the statement released by the transition team.
—David Ingram, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
In research released this week, the test was shown to be effective at identifying the cause of neurological infections such as meningitis and has helped doctors pinpoint the cause of a meningitis outbreak in Mexico.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
No other details were immediately released.
—Elizabeth Chuck, NBC News, 13 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
An image of Roshanak Molaei, verified and released by the Norwegian human rights group Hengaw.
—Hannah Peart, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
An image released by the Center for Human Rights in Iran appears to show Roshanak Molaei in a physical confrontation with a man on a motorcycle.
—Hannah Peart, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
Chu said the musical adaptation, which premiered on Broadway in 2003, was also coincidentally released during a momentous time.
—Tony Lee, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
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
Musk said in the statement released by the transition team.
—David Ingram, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
In research released this week, the test was shown to be effective at identifying the cause of neurological infections such as meningitis and has helped doctors pinpoint the cause of a meningitis outbreak in Mexico.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
No other details were immediately released.
—Elizabeth Chuck, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for released
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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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The team’s next goal is to explore how plant life colonizes landscapes that have recently been freed from ice, and to predict how this process might unfold in the future.Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
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Iraq’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said she was freed after over four months of efforts from Iraqi government agencies working with American and Jordanian authorities.Nechirvan Mando, Michael Rios and Mohammed Tawfeeq, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
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Along with Brolin, the ensemble cast for the anthology film includes Josh O’Connor, Kerry Washington, Andrew Scott, Glenn Close, Cailee Spaeny, Mila Kunis, Jeremy Renner, Daryl McCormack, and Thomas Haden Church, along with returning star Daniel Craig.Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 22 Nov. 2024
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The vice president also serves as the president of the Senate, empowered to cast tie-breaking votes.Graham Kates, CBS News, 22 Nov. 2024
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No arrests have been announced, and investigators are still working to determine a motive for the shooting.Jakob Rodgers, The Mercury News, 17 Nov. 2024
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Polis’ office announced the project – but no price tag – on Friday.Katie Langford, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
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Several ads featuring an illustration of what was supposed to be the vice president’s likeness wearing a Philadelphia Eagles helmet and football shirt were removed from bus shelters in Philadelphia.Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
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Climate & Environment The Klamath River’s dams are being removed.Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
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Under Marsch, appointed less than two months ago, Canada looks liberated but not unfocused.Joshua Kloke, The Athletic, 5 July 2024
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Try to live life in a more free and liberated way in August.Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Nov. 2024
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The ministry didn’t say where she was rescued from and made no mention of Israel.Nechirvan Mando, Michael Rios and Mohammed Tawfeeq, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
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The children were subsequently rescued and told Gindinova that everyone in the family had been confirmed safe, except the Segens.Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 4 Oct. 2024
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued its annual threat assessment this week warning of migrants with terrorist ties.Louis Casiano, Fox News, 5 Oct. 2024
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The Philippines issued a statement on Friday condemning China’s moves.Nguyen Dieu Tu Uyen and Philip J. Heijmans / Bloomberg, TIME, 4 Oct. 2024
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