unscrew

Example Sentences

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Take a moment and unscrew the lids of the cumin and chili powder jars, sniff, and see what moves you.

From Washington Times • Oct. 26, 2023

They are also incredibly intelligent - so smart they have even been caught helping each other unscrew scientific tracking devices - and they have also been known to strike up long-term, meaningful friendships with humans.

From BBC • Sep. 28, 2023

He can also unscrew his left arm and replace it with a shield, a grappling hook or a flamethrower.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 17, 2023

“We found their weak spot. We found where we could unscrew the nut. It is the task of reconnaissance to find the weak spot.”

From New York Times • Nov. 1, 2022

It was extremely difficult to start, and he always had to unscrew the sparking-plug and pour petrol into the cylinder.

From "Boy: Tales of a Childhood" by Roald Dahl