unfreeze

verb

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as in to thaw

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Recent Examples of unfreeze Some congressional Republicans have pushed back on the deal — which includes plans to unfreeze funds and lift sanctions — over concerns that its concessions to Iran are too great. — Alex Harring, CNBC, 24 June 2026 The memorandum of understanding also promised to unfreeze Iranian assets. — ABC News, 23 June 2026 The deal will also unfreeze tens of billions of dollars in Iranian funds held in international banks as part of the final agreement. — Ruth Margalit, New Yorker, 19 June 2026 Iran would have to also meet various conditions before the United States will lift sanctions or consider unfreezing billions in frozen assets. — Las Vegas Review-Journal, Twin Cities, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for unfreeze
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unfreeze
  1. thaw
  2. melt
  3. smelt
Verb
  • Two bags of partially frozen meat were thawing at room temperature on the prep sink drain board.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Let sit, draining and replacing water every 2–3 hours and making sure to keep water temperature below 40°, until turkey is thawed, 8–10 hours.
    — Alton Brown, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of thaw
Verb
  • Rather than being stitched together, costumes are often heat bonded, with the plastic melted at the edges to join pieces.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 24 Oct. 2026
  • In a large frying pan or cast-iron skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter.
    — Candy Hom, AJC.com, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of melt
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  • Once smelted, gold, tin, tantalum, and tungsten from the area enter global supply chains, feeding demand for electronics, jewellery, and car parts.
    — Alexis Akwagyiram, semafor.com, 1 June 2026
  • But, trust me, after a while, all the coolest Neanderthals were smelting.
    — Caroline Rose Giuliani, New Yorker, 19 May 2026
Definition of smelt

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