unlock

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The country’s government last year pledged to unlock more than $1 trillion for defense and infrastructure investment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

London City Airport said the proposal would "unlock more destinations and support London's connectivity and economic growth".

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Late last month, Tehran’s top negotiator, Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf, traveled to Qatar, hoping to win assistance from the Gulf emirate to unlock funds, Iranian and Arab officials said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

“Together, we are accelerating the delivery of end-to-end platforms that unlock new capabilities and extend the impact of AI worldwide,” Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan said.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Edna knocked for so long that Olanna had to get up and unlock the door.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie