unpack

verb

ˌən-ˈpak How to pronounce unpack (audio)
Definition of unpacknext
as in to unload
to empty or rid of cargo unpacked the car the minute they got back from vacation

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Recent Examples of unpack Fresh herbs or edible flowers can easily be added to the top of a dessert after unpacking for a fresh finish that takes seconds. — Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Martha Stewart, 30 June 2026 And the recognition that is born from taking the time to share and unpack and just see each other in your grief is the thing that actually transforms and transmutes. — Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 30 June 2026 The company showcased the system through a workplace delivery demonstration in which a humanoid robot retrieved a snack parcel, navigated stairs and an elevator, unpacked the box, and stored the items in a drawer. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 30 June 2026 Tijssen then led guests on a walkthrough of the installations, unpacking how artificial intelligence, sound design and generative visuals work together to keep the show’s audiovisual landscape in constant flux. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for unpack
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unpack
unload
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  • Crews have been seen unloading equipment from trucks this week — much of it covered or obscured — and barricades have been placed near the perimeter of the arena.
    — Meriam Bouarrouj, NBC news, 4 July 2026
  • The streets have been shut down around the venue, with trucks unloading equipment for the most anticipated wedding in recent memory.
    — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 3 July 2026
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