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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in gives way (to)
to find emotional release for
tried to find other ways of releasing tension than by chewing her fingernails
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in frees
to set free (as from slavery or confinement)
release the prisoners immediately
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
as in liberates
to set free from entanglement or difficulty
the new governor finally managed to release himself from his rash campaign promise
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
5
as in casts
to throw or give off
an air freshener that releases a pleasing scent into the room
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
6
as in announces
to make known openly or publicly
the panel of nutritionists released their findings on the safety and effectiveness of various diets
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
7
as in removes
to let go from office, service, or employment
they released the workers who couldn't handle the new technology
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in discharges
a freeing from an obligation or responsibility
because they had legally declared bankruptcy, they received release from their debt
Synonyms & Similar Words
2
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
4
as in reliefs
reduction of or freedom from pain
only sleep offered any release from the agony of the migraine
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
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
Verb
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
Verb
-
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
-
The boa uncoils and hisses, the tiger unleashes his roar.Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 13 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
This frees teams to focus on higher-value activities such as innovation and customer relationship building.Lori Thomas, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
-
Automate everything Automating boring, repetitive tasks frees your time for hitting revenue and profit goals, which in turn, increases the value of your business.Lien De Pau, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
The decision, paired with general manager Chris Drury’s open-for-business memo that mentioned Kreider by name, casts doubt over the 33-year-old’s future with the organization.Peter Baugh, The Athletic, 28 Dec. 2024
-
Player 1 casts the final vote to keep the game going and is revealed to be … Front Man, unmasked as In-ho.Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 26 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
As Daniel announces a controversial plan to install a lavatory in the church, dividing his town, the cousin to Champton’s patron Bernard de Floures is found dead at the back of the church, stabbed in the neck with a pair of secateurs.Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 19 Dec. 2024
-
Frank Sweeney seems surprised by the rivals twist when host TJ Lavin announces it in the first teaser for the new season.Dana Rose Falcone, People.com, 19 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
Annual Vehicle Inspections Eliminated Texas House Bill 3297 removes the requirement for annual mandatory safety inspections for non-commercial drivers as part of the vehicle registration process.George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
-
Then, using either his hands or his teeth, the groom removes it and throws it into a crowd of single men.Ivana Rihter, Vogue, 31 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
Shore has already cleared waivers, while Jones would need waivers to get back to Iowa.Michael Russo, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
-
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
Noun
-
Older train cars often fail to provide reliable audible announcements, while visual announcements for D/deaf and hard-of-hearing passengers remain insufficient.Gian Carlo Pedulla, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2025
-
The Broncos clobbered the Chiefs, and made a statement through Jumbotron graphics and press box announcements.Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 5 Jan. 2025
Verb
-
The Drift Away emits a soft, loopless stream of white noise and features three light settings to act as a night light for your little one (or yourself).Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 20 Dec. 2024
-
Burning gas indoors emits nitrogen dioxide, which is linked to a range of negative health consequences, including respiratory and cardiovascular diseases such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and hypertension.Susan Miller, Baltimore Sun, 19 Dec. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near releases
Cite this Entry
“Releases.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/releases. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share