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as in to unload
to empty or rid of cargo
the crew was frantically unburdening the ship in an attempt to save it
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as in to relieve
to set (a person or thing) free of something that encumbers
a generous friend unburdened her of that particular financial worry
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Recent Examples of unburden
When leaders delegate to stretch people rather than simply unburden themselves, restraint becomes easier to sustain because growth, not speed, is the goal.
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Alain Hunkins, Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026
In the car, Henry unburdens himself by telling Yas the full truth about his father’s death.
—Judy Berman, Time, 19 Jan. 2026
Snyder is clearly back in his comfort zone, unburdened by superhero mythology and uncommitted actors, and that assurance shows in the final product.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 19 Jan. 2026
The outlook for Russia’s economy would be rosy, unburdened by sanctions and lost human capital, and made rich by Europe’s once-insatiable demand for its oil and gas.
—Marc Champion, Twin Cities, 15 Jan. 2026
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Alain Hunkins, Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026
In the car, Henry unburdens himself by telling Yas the full truth about his father’s death.
—Judy Berman, Time, 19 Jan. 2026
Snyder is clearly back in his comfort zone, unburdened by superhero mythology and uncommitted actors, and that assurance shows in the final product.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 19 Jan. 2026
The outlook for Russia’s economy would be rosy, unburdened by sanctions and lost human capital, and made rich by Europe’s once-insatiable demand for its oil and gas.
—Marc Champion, Twin Cities, 15 Jan. 2026
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In San Martin that day, a helicopter landed, unloading between 20 and 30 soldiers who entered a property and detained five people who had been sowing grass and tending to pastures, the complaint said.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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The shooter and his pals passed the gun to each other in a bedroom, loading and unloading the ammo, prosecutors say.—
Kerry Burke,
New York Daily News,
25 Mar. 2026
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The move marks an effort to relieve pressure on global energy markets, as the conflict spurs major supply disruptions and sends prices soaring.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
22 Mar. 2026
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How to relieve allergy symptoms Over-the-counter nasal sprays are among the most effective treatments for seasonal allergies, experts said.—
Kenya Hunter,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Mar. 2026
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“Unburden.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unburden. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
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