unblock

• 指解除阻塞或障碍，使通道畅通；也指恢复对先前受限事物的访问权限。

A verb meaning to remove a blockage or obstacle, or to restore access to something that was previously restricted.

1. B1formal

   To clear or remove an obstruction from something, allowing it to function normally.

   清除阻塞

   • The plumber came to unblock the kitchen sink.
   • She used a special tool to unblock the drain.
   • The road crew worked to unblock the traffic jam.

   同义词clearfreeopenreleaseunclog

   反义词blockclogobstructplugstop

2. Make assets availableB2formal

   To make assets or funds accessible for use, often after a restriction or freeze.

   解冻

   • The bank agreed to unblock the frozen account.
   • The government moved to unblock the company's assets.
   • They needed to unblock the funds to continue the project.

   同义词clearfreeliberatereleaseunfreezeunlock

   反义词blockfreeze

3. Play cards strategicallyC2formal

   In card games, to play cards of a suit in a way that allows a partner to take the last trick with a higher card.

   解封

   • He unblocked the suit by playing his ace early.
   • The player carefully unblocked the hearts to set up the contract.
   • She unblocked the diamonds to ensure her partner could win the final trick.