Unleash

usgb/ʌnˈliːʃ/
verb

To release or cause something powerful to act, especially with strong or harmful effects.

The government's economic policies have unleashed a wave of protest.
Visual representation of "unleash" - To release or cause something powerful to act, especially with strong or harmful effects.

Often appears as...

  • unleash chaos
  • unleash havoc
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Powerful Impact

Use 'unleash' to describe the release of something impactful, often negative or destructive.

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The scandal unleashed a storm of media attention.
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Sudden Release

'Unleash' implies a quick or sudden release of something that was restrained or controlled.

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His comment unleashed an intense debate.
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