unshackle

/ʌnˈʃækəl/
verb
  1. To remove chains or restraints from someone or something.
    • The guard finally agreed to unshackle the prisoner for his meal.
    • The rescue team had to unshackle the trapped workers from the debris.
    • They worked together to unshackle the horse from the broken cart.
  2. To free someone or something from restrictions or limitations.
    • Education can unshackle the mind and open up new possibilities.
    • The new law aims to unshackle small businesses from excessive regulations.
    • She wanted to unshackle herself from her fears and travel the world.
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