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liberate

[lib-uh-reyt] / ˈlɪb əˌreɪt /


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He seeks to liberate Sondheim’s reputation from the encrustation of myth and to demystify his relationships, while offering a succinct analysis of his achievements.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

A US-based man identified by Cuba as one of those killed by its coast guard in a shootout had often spoken of wanting to liberate the communist island, a political ally told AFP on Thursday.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

Ukrainian forces were able to liberate large areas of the north and parts of the south in 2022, but more recent counter-offensives have not had the same success.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

Acknowledge young Henry Kissinger’s physical courage, his enlistment as a young refugee in the American army, his willingness to risk his life in the battle to liberate Europe from Hitler.

From Salon • Nov. 1, 2025

“But you know what prize awaits, if you can liberate it.”

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan