unclinch
/ʌnˈklɪntʃ/
verb
- To release or loosen something that is clenched or tightly held, such as a fist, jaw, or grip.
- After the scary movie ended, she slowly unclinched her fists.
- He had to unclinch his grip on the rope to let his fingers rest.
- The dentist told him to unclinch his jaw so the exam would be easier.
- To free something that is fastened or secured tightly, especially by removing a clamp or fastener.
- The mechanic used a tool to unclinch the metal bracket from the frame.
- They had to unclinch the cable before they could reroute it.
- She carefully unclinched the latch to open the old wooden chest.