unstick

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Definition of unstick

3 senses · 1 part of speech · etymology included

verb

(figuratively, sometimes, transitive)To free from the condition of being stuck.

“Add the rice and sauté until the first few grains begin to brown (about 3 minutes). Add peas, stock, and salt. Mix well and be sure to scrape the bottom of the pan to unstick any rice.”

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verb

(figuratively, sometimes, transitive)To free from the condition of being stuck.

“Add the rice and sauté until the first few grains begin to brown (about 3 minutes). Add peas, stock, and salt. Mix well and be sure to scrape the bottom of the pan to unstick any rice.”
(intransitive)To become freed from a stuck condition.

“Starting to panic, I stepped back and put my foot right through the door. Outside, Nelson laughed. The door unstuck. I hopped on one leg as it swung outward, carrying my boot.”
(intransitive)To leave the ground during takeoff.

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From un- + stick.

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