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[uhn-lok] / ʌnˈlɒk /


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India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi lands in New Zealand on Friday touting a free trade deal that has sparked a backlash despite promises it will unlock jobs and economic riches.

From Barron's • Jul. 10, 2026

"By creating conditions that support a more effective antitumor immune response, these particles may help unlock the full potential of immunotherapy in prostate cancer, where durable responses have historically been difficult to achieve."

From Science Daily • Jul. 9, 2026

In turn, Cox believes this would make funding that capital investment easier and unlock new ways to finance expansion.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 1, 2026

"I think we just have to unlock them."

From BBC • Jun. 27, 2026

Anya tried to unlock every door on her way to the banquet hall.

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack




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