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unscrew

verb

Definition of unscrew

as in to screw

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Recent Examples of unscrew The battery compartment has a latch that folds up to unscrew it when the battery needs changing but otherwise keeps it flat and out of the way during observation. — Matt Morris, Space.com, 4 Mar. 2026 The Grip add-on converts to a video cage too; just unscrew the grip and remove the shutter release bar, and you're left with a video-friendly cage with a 1/4-inch-20 thread on the right side and a cold shoe on the top. — Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 11 June 2026 Keep Light Bulbs From Sticking Outdoor light bulbs can have a knack for sticking in the socket after long periods of time, leaving you with the task of trying to unscrew a stubborn bulb without breaking the glass. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 28 May 2026 Dishwashers To clean under your dishwasher, unscrew the kickplate at the bottom of the appliance under the door, says Jessica Petrino, an educator and appliance expert at AJ Madison. — Nashia Baker, Martha Stewart, 25 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unscrew

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The breeze was screwing with the sound system, and the temperature dropped abruptly.

— Lily Goldberg, Pitchfork, 26 June 2026
Either Cody or Gunther wins because Sami gets screwed; Zayn will then further descend into madness and attack someone after the bell.

— Darren Cooper, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026

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The weekly series along the New River also includes live music, a farmers and craft market with a rotating lineup of local businesses and artisans, as well as gourmet food vendors.

— Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 4 July 2026
Deschamps has rotated between Lucas Digne and Théo Hernandez in that position with both players much more effective going forward than covering the space behind them.

— Graham Ruthven, New York Times, 4 July 2026

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