unplug
/ʌnˈplʌɡ/
noun
- An act of disconnecting from technology or taking a break from digital devices.
- The school promoted a daily unplug during lunchtime.
- He scheduled a digital unplug for his vacation.
- A weekend unplug helped her feel more focused at work.
verb
- To disconnect an electrical device from a power source by removing its plug from an outlet.
- The technician unplugged the computer to reset the system.
- Remember to unplug the toaster before cleaning it.
- She unplugged her phone charger to save electricity.
- To disconnect or remove a blockage from a pipe, drain, or other passage.
- He used a plunger to unplug the clogged kitchen sink.
- The plumber unplugged the shower drain with a special tool.
- She unplugged the vacuum cleaner hose to remove the stuck sock.
- To take a break from electronic devices and digital media; to disconnect from technology.
- The family decided to unplug for a day and go hiking.
- I try to unplug from social media on weekends to relax.
- Many people find it hard to unplug from their smartphones.
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