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unblock

[ʌnˈblɒk]

unblock Definition

  • 1to remove an obstruction or barrier from a place, passage, or object
  • 2to allow access to something that was previously blocked

Using unblock: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "unblock" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I need to unblock the sink before we can wash the dishes.

  • Example

    The company unblocked my account after I provided additional information.

  • Example

    She unblocked her ex-boyfriend's number and decided to give him another chance.

  • Example

    The police unblocked the road after the accident was cleared.

unblock Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for unblock

Antonyms for unblock

Phrases with unblock

  • to remove someone from a blocked list on social media, allowing them to see your profile and interact with you again

    Example

    After a long conversation, they decided to unblock each other on social media and try to be friends again.

  • unblock a website

    to remove restrictions or filters that prevent access to a website

    Example

    The IT department unblocked the website so that employees could access it during their lunch break.

  • to remove an obstruction from a pipe or drain, allowing water or other liquids to flow freely

    Example

    He used a plunger to unblock the drain and prevent the bathroom from flooding.

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Summary: unblock in Brief

The verb 'unblock' [ʌnˈblɒk] means to remove an obstruction or barrier from a place, passage, or object, or to allow access to something that was previously blocked. It can refer to physical objects like a sink or drain, as well as digital ones like social media accounts or websites. Examples include 'I need to unblock the sink before we can wash the dishes' and 'The company unblocked my account after I provided additional information.'