unlocked

Example Sentences

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Huang’s campaign tried and ultimately failed to receive matching funds from the city, whereas Raman’s campaign unlocked the maximum allowed, $1.25 million.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Fukushima city mayor Yuki Baba told reporters Thursday that evidence suggested the animal "unlocked the window on its own" to flee, adding that claw marks had been found near the exit.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

The U.S. unlocked oil previously trapped in shale rock, using technology not entirely new but applied in a much larger scale at that time.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

Officers went to the property and it was unlocked with no one inside, although a wallet and driving licence in Clark's name were found.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

The door was unlocked, and Natalie crawled inside and sagged with relief at the bottom of the stairs, thankful to be out of the storm again.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz