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单词 unplugging
释义

unplug

verb

un·​plug ˌən-ˈpləg How to pronounce unplug (audio)
unplugged; unplugging; unplugs

transitive verb

1
a
: to take a plug out of
b
: to remove an obstruction from
2
a
: to remove (a plug, such as an electric plug) from a socket or receptacle
b
: to disconnect from an electric circuit by removing a plug
unplug the refrigerator

intransitive verb

: to temporarily refrain from using electronic devices (such as computers or smartphones)
If you go on a summer vacation, how much are you willing to truly unplug? For many of us, it can be hard to put the phone down. Ari Shapiro
also : to temporarily withdraw from the responsibilities and obligations of everyday life (such as work or home duties)
Think of yourself as a human being instead of a human doer and make a conscious effort to unplug and recharge. Bryan Robinson

Synonyms

  • clear
  • free
  • open
  • unclog
  • unstop
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Example Sentences

I forgot to unplug my guitar from the amp. the chimney should work just fine once it is unplugged and cleaned out
Recent Examples on the Web Harrier admitted that she's also found relief in learning to unplug and not check her phone in order to protect her wellness, noting that staying tuned in all the time can take a toll on her psyche. Vanessa Etienne, Peoplemag, 20 Sep. 2022 For smaller companies, mandating days off can help workers who might otherwise struggle to unplug. Fortune, 8 Aug. 2022 The annual perk, held during the week of July 4 each year, allows staffers company-wide to unplug and relax (and not come back to an overstuffed inbox). Diane Herbst, Peoplemag, 31 Aug. 2022 When cleaning a jigsaw, removing the blade, or replacing the blade, take the time to unplug it from the power outlet or take out the battery to avoid accidental activation. Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Aug. 2022 Queens co-host Vivica A. Fox recently took a 10-day trip alone and used it as an opportunity to unplug. Essence, 12 Jan. 2022 If not removable, unplug your garbage disposal or cut off the power to it from the circuit breaker before cleaning the underside with a sponge or old toothbrush. Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 19 Aug. 2022 Do not unplug equipment during a thunderstorm, as there is a risk you could be struck. Fox News, 8 Aug. 2022 Safety comes first when cleaning electronic appliances, so remember to unplug the dryer, avoid toxic and flammable substances, and use protective gloves and gear before trying these methods to remove stubborn stains. Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1765, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

unplugging

verb

present participle of unplug
as in opening
to make passage through (something) possible by removing obstructions the chimney should work just fine once it is unplugged and cleaned out

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • opening
  • clearing
  • unclogging
  • freeing
  • unstopping
  • smoothing
  • facilitating
  • easing
  • loosening (up)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • stopping
  • blocking
  • closing
  • plugging (up)
  • clogging (up)
  • obstructing
  • impeding
  • hindering
  • interfering (with)
  • hampering
  • encumbering
  • damming (up)
  • constricting
  • blockading
  • trammelling
  • barricading
  • trammeling
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