unleash
gb/ʌnlˈiʃ/ us/ʌnlˈiʃ/
B2
Inglês
~ 8400
Aceções
0 aceções
Verbo
B2
action
1
suddenly release a strong force
To let a very strong feeling, force, or action come out suddenly, so it is hard to control.
Padrão de uso:
to unleash [something] (on/upon [someone]/[something])
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes use *unleash* for any kind of normal, controlled start of an action (e.g., *unleash the meeting*). In everyday contexts where something simply begins in a normal way, *start* or *begin* is better. *Unleash* is usually used when the thing released is strong, intense, or hard to control (anger, violence, protests, chaos, a wave of criticism). Learners also sometimes say *unleash to someone*; the typical pattern is *unleash [something] on/upon [someone]*.
Sinónimos
release (More general and less intense; does not always suggest something powerful or hard to control.)
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set loose (Informal and vivid; similar intensity but slightly more colloquial.)
Antónimos
restrain (Focuses on keeping a force or emotion under control instead of letting it out.)
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suppress (Emphasizes actively stopping or pushing down feelings or reactions so they do not appear.)
Colocações
unleash anger
|unleash violence
|unleash chaos
|unleash a storm of criticism
|unleash a wave of
|unleash forces
Temas
emotions
|conflict
|society
|core_vocabulary
Exemplos
- The new law could unleash a wave of protests across the country.
- Her comments unleashed a storm of criticism on social media.
- The announcement unleashed chaos in the stock market as investors rushed to sell.
- Years of frustration were finally unleashed in a furious speech.
- The scandal unleashed forces that the government struggled to contain.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- The video unleashed a lot of anger online.
- His joke unleashed loud laughter in the room.
- The decision unleashed a wave of emails from unhappy customers.
- The news unleashed fear among the local people.
- The bad plan unleashed many new problems.
unknown
C1
action
2
let full potential be used
To let all of someone’s or something’s power or skill be used.
Padrão de uso:
to unleash [someone’s] [potential/creativity/power]
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes say *open your potential* or *use your full potential* where native speakers very often say *unleash your potential*. Also, *unleash* normally takes an object in this sense (you unleash potential, creativity, power); using it without an object (*this job unleashes*) is usually incorrect.
Sinónimos
unlock (Common in this context; suggests removing a barrier so ability or power can be used, a bit less dramatic than *unleash*.)
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activate (More technical or formal; focuses on starting something to make it work, not on intensity.)
Antónimos
stifle (Emphasizes preventing ideas, creativity, or potential from developing or being expressed.)
Colocações
unleash your potential
|unleash your creativity
|unleash innovation
|unleash the power of data
|unleash the full power of
|unleash entrepreneurial energy
Temas
creativity
|business
|personal_growth
|work
|education
|core_vocabulary
Exemplos
- The program is designed to unleash the creative potential of young entrepreneurs.
- New tools are helping small businesses unleash the power of data.
- Her coach helped her unleash her full potential on the court.
- The policy aims to unleash innovation in the tech sector.
- Giving employees more freedom can unleash amazing creativity.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- This course will help you unleash your potential.
- The teacher tries to unleash the students’ creativity.
- Good leaders unleash the power of their teams.
- The new app unleashes the power of your phone.
- Practice can unleash your full talent.
Verbo
B2
action
3
remove a leash from an animal
To take the leash off an animal so it can move freely, often to let it run or attack.
Padrão de uso:
to unleash [a dog/animal]
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes use *unleash* instead of the more neutral *let the dog off the leash* or *let the dog run free* in everyday situations. *Unleash* can sound more dramatic or aggressive, especially with larger or threatening animals.
Sinónimos
let off the leash (More informal phrase; describes the same physical action in a more everyday way.)
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let loose (Broader and less specific; does not always imply there was a leash but often used similarly with animals.)
Antónimos
leash (Means to put a leash on an animal, the opposite of removing it.)
Colocações
unleash the dogs
|unleash the hounds
|unleash his dog
|unleash the attack dog
|unleash their pets
Temas
animals
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Exemplos
- The trainer unleashed the dogs and they sprinted across the field.
- He unleashed his dog when they reached the open park.
- The guards unleashed the hounds to search the forest.
- She waited until they were inside the fenced area before unleashing her puppy.
- At his command, the handler unleashed the attack dog.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- He unleashed his dog in the park.
- The man unleashed the big dog and it ran fast.
- They unleashed their dogs on the beach.
- The trainer unleashed the animal for the show.
- She unleashed her dog when they entered the garden.
Gramática
Forma de dicionário
unleash
IPA
GB/ʌnlˈiʃ/
US/ʌnlˈiʃ/
Sílabas e acento
un - leash (2 sílabas)
Stress on 2nd syllable (leash)
Formas da palavra
Verb
- Base: unleash
- 3rd Person Singular: unleashes
- Present Participle: unleashing
- Past: unleashed
Família de palavras
Forms
unleashes
verb
unleashing
verb
unleashed
verb
Core family
leash
noun B1
Expressões
unleash a torrent of
1/ʌnlˈiʃ ə tˈɔɹənt əv/
fixed phrase
cause a heavy flow of reactions
To suddenly cause many strong words, feelings, or actions to happen at once.
Exemplos
- The announcement unleashed a torrent of criticism from experts.
- His comments unleashed a torrent of angry emails.
- The scandal unleashed a torrent of jokes and memes online.
unleash a wave of
1/ʌnlˈiʃ ə wˈeɪv əv/
fixed phrase
cause many similar reactions
To cause many similar things (like protests, questions, or feelings) to happen suddenly.
Exemplos
- The report unleashed a wave of outrage on social media.
- Her speech unleashed a wave of support for the new policy.
- The tax rise unleashed a wave of complaints from small businesses.
unleash hell
1/ʌnlˈiʃ hˈɛl/
idiom
informal
cause great trouble or destruction
To cause very serious trouble, anger, or violence to start.
Exemplos
- If they attack that village, it will unleash hell across the region.
- The decision to cut jobs without warning unleashed hell on the company’s leadership.
- One careless comment can sometimes unleash hell in a sensitive meeting.
unleash one’s anger
1/ʌnlˈiʃ wˈʌnz ˈæŋɡɚ/
fixed phrase
let strong anger burst out
To suddenly show or express your anger in a strong way.
Exemplos
- Instead of talking calmly, he unleashed his anger on his coworkers.
- The customers unleashed their anger at the poor service.
- Feeling ignored, she finally unleashed her anger at the meeting.
unleash one’s fury
1/ʌnlˈiʃ wˈʌnz fjˈʊɹi/
idiom
suddenly show extreme anger
To suddenly show very strong anger in a big way.
Exemplos
- The fans unleashed their fury on the referee after the bad call.
- Feeling betrayed, she unleashed her fury on her former boss.
- Online users unleashed their fury in the comments section.
unleash the beast
1/ʌnlˈiʃ ðə bˈist/
idiom
informal
let someone’s wild side out
To let a very strong, wild, or aggressive side of a person or thing show itself.
Exemplos
- The crowd’s energy unleashed the beast in the usually calm singer.
- He joked that he was ready to unleash the beast during the final match.
- The sports car really unleashes the beast when you hit the highway.
unleash the power of
1/ʌnlˈiʃ ðə pˈaʊɚ əv/
fixed phrase
make something’s power fully usable
To make it possible to use the full power or effect of something.
Exemplos
- Cloud computing can unleash the power of big data for small companies.
- The campaign aims to unleash the power of community action.
- New software helps teachers unleash the power of online learning.
unleash your potential
1/ʌnlˈiʃ jˈʊɹ pətˈɛnʃəl/
fixed phrase
let someone’s full ability be used
To make it possible to use all of your skills and abilities.
Exemplos
- This workshop will help you unleash your potential at work.
- With the right support, many students can unleash their potential.
- Regular practice is the key to unleashing your potential as a musician.
unleash your creativity
1/ʌnlˈiʃ jˈʊɹ kɹˌieɪtˈɪvəti/
fixed phrase
informal
release and fully use creativity
To start using your creativity in a free and strong way, without holding back.
Exemplos
- This workshop is designed to help you unleash your creativity.
- A blank page and some colored pens are all you need to unleash your creativity.
- The new game lets players unleash their creativity by building their own worlds.
unleash your creativity
2/ʌnlˈiʃ jˈʊɹ kɹˌieɪtˈɪvəti/
fixed phrase
let creative ability flow freely
To let your creative ideas come out freely and fully.
Exemplos
- The class gives children space to unleash their creativity.
- Use these tools to unleash your creativity in graphic design.
- Traveling to new places can help you unleash your creativity.