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Part of speech: verb

Definition 1: To release or loosen the tight grip or clasp of something.

Example sentence: After gripping the steering wheel tightly, she finally unclenched her fingers and took a deep breath.

Definition 2: To relax or ease tension in a tense or contracted muscle.

Example sentence: The yoga instructor instructed her class to unclench their jaw muscles as they held the difficult pose.

Definition 3: To let go of strong emotions or mental stress.

Example sentence: Taking a walk in nature helps him unclench his mind and find peace.

Popular usage: It is a common practice to unclench the fist after a heated argument to signify the calming down of emotions.

Local usage: In our region, people often unclench their muscles before beginning traditional dance performances to ensure effortless and graceful movements.

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