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release

US /riˈlis/

verb, noun Foundation · A2 Kinh doanh chung Giải trí & truyền thông

Definition

to make available to the public; to set free; an official announcement or launch

Frequent in 'press release' and product launch announcements.

Examples

The company will release its new smartphone in the spring.

Synonyms

  • launchto introduce a new product or enterprise to the market
  • publishto prepare and issue a book, journal, or statement for public distribution
  • dischargeto release someone from an obligation, duty, or hospital

Collocations

  • Easy release a new pop song
    to issue a musical recording for public distribution
  • Medium issue an official press release
    to publish a formal statement to news media outlets
  • Hard release audited annual financial disclosures
    to publish verified fiscal statements for public record
  • Very Hard sign an unconditional liability release waiver
    to execute a legal form forfeiting future damage claims
  • Easy be released
    to be made available or officially launched to the public

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