unblock

verb

un·block ˌən-ˈbläk

unblocked; unblocking; unblocks

Synonyms of unblock next

transitive verb

: to free from being blocked

Examples of unblock in a Sentence

A procedure was done to unblock his arteries. unblock the road so that the convoy can proceed

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Mechanical complications like a tear in the ventricle or a valve problem (e.g., acute mitral regurgitation) Emergency Treatment Treatment for a heart attack must begin immediately to unblock the artery, restore blood flow, and prevent heart muscle damage or death. —

Christopher Lee, Verywell Health, 10 Oct. 2024 Brazil’s National Telecommunications Agency sent orders to service providers to unblock X, ending a five-week ban of the social media company. —

Umar Shakir, The Verge, 9 Oct. 2024 But if the United States were to unblock the appointing of judges to the Appellate Body, the WTO’s enforcement mechanism would immediately be fully restored. —

Kristen Hopewell, Foreign Affairs, 7 Oct. 2024 East can unblock his king, but when Cy loses a club to the ace, West can only take the queen and ten. —

Frank Stewart, The Mercury News, 26 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for unblock