unlock

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

A re-opened Strait of Hormuz, meanwhile, will unlock bottled-up energy flows that will spur global growth, and ease inflation pressures, over the coming months.

From Barron's • Jun. 18, 2026

When scientists cracked the human genome in 2003 – sequencing the entire genetic code of a human being – many expected it would unlock the secrets of disease.

From Science Daily • Jun. 17, 2026

In exchange for nuclear curbs, to be discussed in the next 60 days, Iran hopes to unlock frozen assets, and potentially end sanctions that have crippled its economy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026

It may just give Tuchel and England an X-factor if they drive deep into the World Cup and have to unlock superior opposition.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

‘Just hold on a minute and I’ll get the key so I can unlock the bicycle.’

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler