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unclench
verb un·clench \-ˈklench\
: to move (something) out of a tightly closed position and make it less tense
Full Definition of UNCLENCH
transitive verb
1
: to open from a clenched position
2
: to release from a grip
intransitive verb
: to become unclasped or relaxed
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First Known Use of UNCLENCH
1647
Rhymes with UNCLENCH
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