Definition of release in English:

release

verb rɪˈliːsrəˈlis

[with object]

1Allow or enable to escape from confinement; set free.
释放，解放
the government announced that the prisoners would be released
政府宣布囚犯将被释放。
Example sentencesExamples
- Sylvia's mother decides to prove that Tom's sister cannot be released from confinement in a mental hospital.
- Human slaves, no matter what, have the potential to take part in this and the broader social contract, thus they should be released from slavery and allowed to do so.
- The main characters in the movie are a group of young women who had either escaped from prison or had been released on bail.
- Prisoners should not be released until they are ready for life outside.
- Trinculo felt like a prisoner about to be released after serving a full life sentence.
- On August 10, 1974, he was expecting to be given the news that he was to be released from solitary confinement.
- A number of political prisoners have been released since the late 1980s.
- No mention, for instance, of the people of Ireland having voted overwhelmingly for the agreement, which stated categorically that prisoners would be released.
- The two men were questioned by police in Rome, before being released and allowed to go on to travel to London.
- Something felt like it had been released, set free, if only for a moment; he offered a hand and I took it, so he helped me up.
- Many had been living in orphanages before the war, but had been released or managed to escape during the fighting in Baghdad.
- He released the remaining political prisoners and restored democratic rule.
- When it comes time for these dangerous offenders to be released, civil confinement thus becomes an appealing option.
- Some were released prisoners themselves; some were draft-dodgers; many were clerks and petty bureaucrats, and all were looking for trouble.
- In January 1972, Mujib was released from confinement and became the prime minister of Bangladesh.
- But questions remain about whether the big cat escaped or was somehow released.
- I have read the submissions that have been filed on your behalf and I have taken them into account, but, in my view, there is nothing that can be done that would allow you to be released.
- He releases himself and falls free of the burning aircraft.
- Twelve of the inmates, however, were already free after being released earlier this year.
- If they fail to reach an agreement in that time period, the prisoners should be released.
Synonyms
free, set free, let go, allow to leave, set/let/turn loose, let out, liberate, set at liberty, deliver, rescue, ransom, emancipate
historical manumit
untie, undo, loose, let go, unhand, unloose, unbind, unchain, unleash, unfetter, unclasp, unshackle, unmanacle, extricate, unhitch, unbridle, detach, disentangle
2Allow (something) to move, act, or flow freely.
she released his arm and pushed him aside
growth hormone is released into the blood during sleep
生长激素在睡眠的第一阶段被释放到血液中。
Example sentencesExamples
- He released her shoulders and allowed her to move next to him.
- Composure slowly seeped back into the aggressive man, enabling him to gently release his captive from his tight and trembling grasps.
- Samuel nodded and released her allowing her to walk upstairs to Marie.
- Word after word flowing from her, releasing the emotions she never allowed herself to show, because showing emotions was dangerous.
- It appears the adipocytes of obese individuals release free fatty acids even in the presence of insulin.
- Fortunately for Jonny and myself the dark looks faded off Nicky and Val's faces and they allowed Josh to release them and move onto Jonny without making a scene.
- Glen released Dimero, allowing him to run to Nataki, the others following.
- These plaques can rupture, releasing substances that cause blood flowing in the coronary artery to clot.
- Then the second arm gripped the pipe at ground level and began lifting it while the first one released it and moved back.
- Without another word, the girl released Napoleon, allowing the French general to drop to the dirt.
- He briefly captured my bottom one and then released it, moving to my temple and kissing me there.
- Julian didn't move instead he released his grip on his sister's shoulder.
- He smirked as he gingerly sat up, looking at Lashana when she released his hand and moved to help him.
- He glared up at the girl as he released her arm and moved away from the bed in a swift, fluid movement.
- She nodded and, releasing my hand, moved cautiously forward.
- When it is released, it increases blood flow to the affected area.
- Tom stood erect the instant they were released, the sheer sweet sound of Mrs. Malz's voice releasing them was verbal-nectar.
- Koda apologised, starting to move but not releasing his hold on Jamie's hand.
- Almost as soon as she closed her eyes she was asleep, but Angel kept beside her, not moving, not releasing her hand.
- When blood sugar rises, the pancreas releases insulin to move glucose out of the blood into the muscle where it is stored for energy.
1. 2.1 Remove restrictions or obligations from (someone or something) so that they become available for other activity.
  解除对…的限制；免除…的义务；解放…的力量
  the strategy would release forces for service in other areas
  这一战略会腾出一些部队去其他地区执行任务。
  Example sentencesExamples
  You should also be aware that some lease contracts include a buy-out clause to release you from your obligations to the management company at the end of the agreed lease period.
  After eight months, I was released from all physical restrictions, such as engaging in contact sports.
  However, a spokesman for Garda management said the move would release an extra man for policing duties in the area.
  They're specifically aimed at older people who are property rich but cash poor, ie: those who have a lot of equity wrapped up in their homes but don't want to move in order to release it.
  The Americans took over from two French divisions, releasing them to move to a more active section.
  You are released from restrictions and limitations, as old fears do not trouble you any more.
  It confirmed the existing boundary and released the Free State from the significant financial liabilities it had incurred under the Treaty.
  If he declines, you may ask and publish his reasons, but they cannot release you of your obligation to correct your error in publishing his misleading words.
  The two ships then released all of their escape pods, effectively hiding the one with Brimstone and his second in command.
  He plans to work in food service when he's released.
  You are released from tensions and restrictions when you make important decisions.
  But that does not release me, in the future, from the moral obligation of telling the truth.
  So will New Delhi's latest move release an invigorating flood of foreign money?
  This was not a case where the husband had transferred the house to the wife in consideration of her releasing him from all obligations arising out of the marriage.
  Beirne decided he had no choice but to temporarily close shop and let his employees go until the Army released him from service.
  In the depths of misery, Aladdin polishes a dirty, battered lamp which is lying on the cave floor and releases the Genie of the Lamp, who sets him free from the cave and promises to grant his every wish.
  The Kilkenny out-half managed to skip out of defence and release his backline who moved the ball quickly up field.
  Your blood donation is then released for issue to hospitals once all the tests have come back and are declared negative.
  He joined Everton on a free transfer last week, having been released from United during the summer.
  The lease had come to an end, and both parties were released from their obligations under it.
  Synonyms
  make available, free, free up
  contribute, put at someone's disposal, supply, furnish, provide
  deploy
2. 2.2 Remove (part of a machine or appliance) from a fixed position, allowing something else to move or function.
  松开，打开（机器或器械的某部分）
  he released the handbrake
  他松开了手刹车。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Not daring to start the engine, he released the brake and pushed the bike back to the supermarket where Emma and Michael waited anxiously for him.
  The joint is small and cylindrical, and only a high-strength joining method will ensure that the cannula will not move or release from the hub during use.
  He shifted the lever into neutral and released the hand brake, then cranked the steering wheel as far to the right as he could.
  As one the three hanging soldiers hit the deck and released their harness while moving into a forward roll, and as one the tree shadows moved into positions on the guards patrol routes.
  His hands immediately both found the steering wheel as he released the brake and pressed onto the gas.
  To smell burning rubber while driving a car is a sign that you forgot to release the hand brake.
  To allow the trailer to roll back away from the damaged concrete as it was being lifted, the trailer's brakes had to be released manually at the same time.
  All it takes to get this car moving like a breeze is to release the hand brake, turn the knob on the dashboard to forward mode and press the accelerator.
  Slowly and carefully, she lifted it upwards, releasing the wheels from their track, and tugging the drawer free.
  Combat offload is performed on the ground by releasing the aircraft brakes from a stationary position and a high-power rating set.
  But when you think of it, it allows you to start the engine, get into gear and release the brake with one hand.
  Then, barely a minute from starting my engine, I release my brakes and taxi out to the runway.
  All the bombs with the sensing switch extenders released and functioned as advertised.
  As the parachute shot out from the top of the spacecraft, the aerobrake was released to fall freely to the surface of Mars.
3. 2.3 Allow (something) to return to its resting position by ceasing to put pressure on it.
  松开（某物）使回到原位
  press the cap down and release
  将盖子按下后松手（使其回到原位）。
  Example sentencesExamples
  When the key falls back as the finger releases it, the hammer returns to its initial position, ready to strike again.
  It is released in response to pressure/volume overload resulting in increased wall tension.
  The scene appears at this position after you release the mouse button.
  It's really a joystick that jumps back to the home position when you release it.
  The quick disconnect brake line on the trailer was then released, relieving the pressure on the drum.
  Catherine's hand struggled desperately to move, trying to release the increasing pressure on her throat.
  Reverse the motion to release the weight and return to the start.
3Allow (information) to be generally available.
公布，发布（消息）
no details about the talks were released
会谈内容的细节没有公布。
Example sentencesExamples
- The first set of products and services are expected to be available mid-2002, when further information will be released.
- Under pressure Howard and Reith wanted to release the video to back their case.
- The FBI said it arrested the tipster in Mexico, but released no other information.
- Newly released documents raise questions about the Supreme Court nominee's position on women's rights.
- Over 80% of requests resulted in the information requested being released either in full or in part.
- No information has yet been released from an autopsy on Monday.
- In the last few weeks, a large amount of ugly, malicious information has been released into the media about me.
- The film is due to feature both local and international actors, but no further information has been released.
- For example, they'll buy a stock after-hours when a positive earnings report is released, hoping for a gap up on the following trading day.
- This information was released last week by the Central Statistics Office.
- The company released its cash flow figures for the month of October last Thursday which showed a decrease of $43,000.
- When you can absorb that much information, you can then release it freely and quickly.
- So they have been gradually, in response to a lawsuit with information requests, releasing some of those images.
- Kerry, who in the past has called for full disclosure of rivals' tax returns, is under pressure to release his wife's records.
- An expected strong rebound in Japanese machinery orders data, released during afternoon trading, failed to materialize.
- I mean do you think right now too much information is being released?
- Police released the newest information yesterday, after investigators unearthed fresh clues about the suspect's whereabouts.
- Second, we said we will release our income tax returns by the end of the month.
- The police have an obligation to release that information.
- Once back in camp, the tags were removed, thus releasing the location to other hunters.
Synonyms
make public, make known, bring to public notice/attention, issue, break, announce, declare, report, post, reveal, divulge, disclose, publish, publicize, print, broadcast, air, transmit, put out, circulate, communicate, impart, disseminate, distribute, spread, propagate, purvey
1. 3.1 Make (a film, recording, or other product) available to the public.
  （电影、录音制品等的）公开发行
  they released a flurry of great singles
  Example sentencesExamples
  Does this imply that if a company releases a ‘faulty’ patch which disables your machine that you can sue them?
  As far as I know, the studio is not releasing the film into theaters domestically.
  Stamps of flying birds were released to denote the return of Prince Akihito from his overseas trip in 1953.
  Production was completed in late autumn and the film was released in September 1968.
  This poem is one among a collection of her works released recently at a function in the city.
  I get a nice warm feeling knowing that I am able to help other people in the free software community by releasing these little bits of code.
  When you're one of the greatest rappers in the world, you're going to be facing some pressure when you're releasing the first solo album of your career.
  There is huge commercial pressure to release GM foods onto the market.
  We feel that the drivers need some work before the game is released in order to remove the hitching we were experiencing at all resolutions on any video card that we threw at this title.
  Never having ceased to release albums, his comeback is more in terms of style than presence.
  He added that the college's ethical commission would soon release an ‘official position report’ so that Catalan doctors were aware of how to act.
  Later this year a high school version of the site will be released for free use in the classroom.
  The partial success of this debut album was likely due to the fact that the album was only released in their hometown and not distributed to the rest of Canada until the following year.
  Newly released documents are available to guide practices that fall in gray areas.
  The vast majority of independently produced films never get released.
  Because this year at least one music company will be releasing CDs that positively invite copying - within limits.
  Both books will be released at a function to be held at the Maharaja's College on August 25.
  They will mull it over when they know the song's chart position after it is released on September 1.
  The new machines are officially released today and further models will be unveiled on 1 February.
  This work will be released later in free, electronic editions of the book.
  Synonyms
  launch, put on the market, market, put on sale, offer for sale, bring out, unveil, present, make available, distribute
4Law
Remit or discharge (a debt)
〔律〕免除，解除（债务）
the amounts which later become due are consequent on the debt that is being released
Example sentencesExamples
- It follows that a debt may only be released by an agreement for valuable consideration or by an agreement under seal.
- Mr. Libenstein further argues that if he is found personally liable, the liability was released by his discharge from bankruptcy.
- Specific orders contemplated include wholly or partly releasing or discharging any security.
- If it is said that the debt should have been released on top of the other payments that should have been made then that might be right.
Synonyms
let off, excuse, exempt, discharge, deliver
clear, exculpate, absolve, acquit, exonerate
1. 4.1 Surrender (a right)
  放弃（权利）；将（权利）让予
  a parent released and assigned a right to income
  Example sentencesExamples
  Mr. Lenz paid to be released from his spousal support obligations by paying a portion of the royalties to his wife.
  I want a declaration from the Baron, witnessed by the Judiciar, that he releases all right of ownership.
  Her position has always been that she has not released the rights to the photos, and she's filed a lawsuit over it.
  The question is, can the federal courts come into the state of Alabama and threaten fines to release our inalienable rights?
  The utility was given monopoly status, in return for releasing control of electric rates and a number of other parameters to its regulatory commission.
2. 4.2 Make over (property or money) to another.
  将（钱财）让予
  compensation for the cost of rebuilding is only released when work begins
  Example sentencesExamples
  All you have to do is send several thousand dollars in processing fees to release the money so they can send it to you.
  ‘The money will be released as soon as the agreement is officially signed,’ said Duxmann.
  In certain of those cases, the holdback funds were released in contravention of that agreement, and damages were incurred and calculable because of that breach.
  With lottery scams, people are told they have won the lottery, but then told they must pay a fee before the money can be released.
  After your death, title companies may not let property be sold, and banks may not release money until they know for certain who your heirs are.

noun rɪˈliːsrəˈlis

mass noun

1The action or process of releasing or being released.
释放；放松
a campaign by the prisoner's mother resulted in his release
该囚犯母亲所发起的运动导致他被释放。
Example sentencesExamples
- Police opposed bail, but the Magistrate agreed to his release on the condition he pay a surety and comply with other bail conditions.
- The court set for 16 September a hearing for an application for his release on bail.
- On the 42nd hour, I spoke with a court-appointed lawyer who told me the courts were deliberately slowing the process of our release.
- The materiality of the paint and the sticky pull and release of the printing process showed a rough and ready formalism at work.
- Mr Browne said they were told there was no question of an announcement on their release until certain conditions had been met.
- She called on the government to speed up the process of release for hundreds of political prisoners still in jail.
- I am all about maintaining the rights and freedoms of Canadians but why isn't treatment a condition of his release?
- I also have the person do special ‘bodywork’ stretching and emotional release movement processes before and during the sessions.
- The process of gaining early release created a complicated and intriguing paper trail.
- Greenhouse nitrous oxide release, which results from fertiliser and pulse crop nitrification, remains the subject of ongoing research.
- We will be able to hit a moving target, or even a target that is stationary at weapons release but attempts to escape as the weapon is in-flight.
- Judges help set the conditions of release and oversee a parolee's progress.
- Of course, he knew what to charge in these days of globalisation, and had it not been for Marchizu's release on parole, the community would never have been able to afford him.
- Negotiations by the EU and the US led to their release on condition they be exiled to Europe.
- Community Probation Service regional manager Heather Mackie said it was confident the man's accommodation met the conditions of his release.
- Victims would also have a say in bail applications, applications for early release and parole for criminals under the party's plans.
- Those that attend can qualify for early release on parole after one third of their term has been served while those who refuse will be made to serve their full term.
- He sought release on bail while he appealed his conviction and sentence.
- In this painting, joy, rapture, release, and escape are all terms that become important, even if their value is always of the verge of becoming equivocal.
- People sentenced to life imprisonment are not included as they are placed under lifelong probation supervision as a condition of temporary release.
Synonyms
freeing, liberation, deliverance, ransom, emancipation
freedom, liberty
historical manumission
1. 1.1count noun A handle or catch that releases part of a mechanism.
  脱扣器，擒纵装置
  Example sentencesExamples
  Next, point the camera at the other extreme and once again half press the release.
  A photographer can point his camera at a subject and press the release down.
2The action of making a film, recording, or other product available to the public.
（电影、录音制品等的）公开发行
the movie will be on release from Christmas
影片将从圣诞节起开始上映。
Example sentencesExamples
- Zwick laid down this track just days after the film's initial U.S. release.
- But Brundtland handled the release of the report poorly.
- Needless to say, we shall be monitoring its process, from US release, through to our verdict and its fate come the Awards season.
- As for all the bugs that were found after the release, again this is management's fault for NOT having a proper testing process before release.
- Neither was much liked on release - his curmudgeonly socialism was out of step with the times - but hindsight may teach us to value them better.
- They are ready for talks provided the distributors lift the ban on release of films on or before February 7.
- It has only just gone on release in the US and does not reach UK cinemas until January.
- This protocol will be disseminated widely and will guide the survey and scoring process after its release.
- Ware hopes to have the study results ready for release by the fall of 2002.
- It is hoped that the difficulty of finding these recordings in stores does not have an impact on the future recording and release of many more musicals.
- Critics across the country savaged the film upon its initial release, dismissing it as directionless and dreary.
- One trailer available on the original release of the film is not included here, but to no great loss.
- At the same time, these types of records are awkward and time-consuming for officials to process for release.
- Even though the album has been on release since last year, it was always Kevin's intention to hold a launch night in honour of the occasion.
- With their debut album not on release until very recently it's surprising - and welcome - that the place is as full as it is.
- The single went on release last Friday, July 26 and is expected to shoot into the Irish top 40 within the next fortnight.
- The crowds grew in size and confidence, and began to demand the immediate release of the results.
- The too objective script leaves audiences not knowing whether Madeleine was a murderess or not, and this fact contributed to the film's failure on release.
- The film is due for release in UK cinemas sometime next year.
- The single goes on release nationally on Monday, August 8, and will be available through all record shops.
Synonyms
CD, disc, record, single, album
video, film
book
version, edition, issue, model, mark, draft, form, impression, publication
1. 2.1count noun A film or other product made available to the public.
  his current album release has topped the charts for six months
  他目前发行的唱片占据每周流行唱片排行榜冠军位置长达六个月之久。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Far from ailing, and after thirty-two years and countless album releases, he's still going strong and thankfully shows no signs of slowing down.
  Overall, this album is a quality release, but a few years too late and with innovation lacking.
  Other topics covered in the issue include Italian cinema, philosophy in film, Jean Eustache, DVD releases, current releases and festivals.
  It's not going to be on my top 15 releases at the end of the year, either, for these very reasons.
  Like most anime releases, this one features a textless opening sequence.
  But Branca's album releases are far less grandiose than his live performances.
  Picture and sound are typical for current film releases - there's really nothing much to say about either.
  The other eight are art-house films/small releases that will likely be deprived of any Oscar nominations at all.
  The group have enjoyed marginal success with releases on their own label.
  New Zealanders certainly love to read and this gave everyone a wonderful opportunity to catch up on the latest book releases - a chance not to be missed by bookworms.
  Finally, a collection of studio trailers highlight currently available and future releases from BBC Video.
  It featured mostly new releases, all films that in one way or another relied on narratives that explored people who were either on the move or had ended up in faraway places.
  As always, on a chilly, Friday night in December, the crew headed to the Edwards Theatre to catch the latest releases.
  These new releases, available individually or in a boxed set, use the original advertising artwork.
  The funny thing is that this film feels more like an independent film than a studio release.
  Lilith had grown bored quickly as she had watched the pair shop for clothes on Fifth Avenue, then go to Times Square and catch a new release.
  The sound mix is perhaps not as aggressive as most feature film releases, but this is a TV series, after all.
  The hot items are current theatrical releases.
  Aside from the theatrical trailer, we get a nine-minute featurette which speeds through top releases of the 1950s.
  This is quite clearly one of Hollywood's top releases thus far this year.
  Synonyms
  cd, disc, record, single, album
  version, edition, issue, model, mark, draft, form, impression, publication
3Law
The action of releasing property, money, or a right to another.
〔律〕放弃，让予
Example sentencesExamples
- The third benefit for Mrs Smith was her husband's release of property claims.
- By cross-motion the plaintiff sought a declaration that the settlement and final release were void.
- Only if that settlement and release is set aside would it be open to the plaintiff to re-litigate those issues.
- There was no deed of release, no terms of settlement; your client just accepted that money, and, presumably there is some rule of court that deals with that.
- I have been advised by my bank manager that any release of money needs to be authorised by the solicitors who initiated the freezing injunction.
1. 3.1count noun A document effecting a release of property, money, etc.
  Example sentencesExamples
  He has not complied with the court order for production of the notes and records nor has he signed a release to permit Ms. N.L. direct access to the documents.
  His attorney recalled that he gave him a release in letter format from the promissory note indebtedness in exchange for receiving five Fieldway shares.
  Winners must sign a release prior to receiving their prize.
  For that reason I have asked DH, Attorney here in the US, to prepare a release and waiver for each client which must be executed prior to any return of capital.
  We note that the Trustee released any claim to any property settlement of Mrs. S. which release was filed as an exhibit on the trial.

Derivatives

releasable

adjective

Less weight equals less fatigue on the ascent, and releasable skis are safer in avalanches because they don't act as anchors pulling victims down.
Example sentencesExamples
- We never completely solved the sharing problem and probably never will; however, all nations began producing releasable, comprehensive daily summaries.
- At nerve terminals, stimulus-evoked calcium entry triggers transmitter release through rapid, regulated exocytosis of readily releasable synaptic vesicles.
- However, even with prolonged depolarization, only a fraction of stored neuropeptides, called the releasable pool, can be secreted.
- A lot of stuff, any of the information that is releasable from the investigation has been released at this point.

releasee

noun rɪliːˈsiː

Law

1An offender who has recently been released from prison.
the issuance of a warrant is justified if the releasee has been arrested for an offence
Example sentencesExamples
- Therefore, the graduated sanctions element of the drug court program may be as effective with pretrial releasees, regardless of whether or not it is coupled with drug treatment.
- Recent information on prison releasees shows that 66% of state prisoners were released to counties that contain the central city of a metropolitan area.
- The question was how can the public school system assist recent releasees from these facilities.
- there was no land to which this covenant could be annexed so as to pass to the releasee
2A person or entity to whom property or money is released.

releaser

noun rɪˈliːsərəˈlisər

Recognizing those triggers or releasers of renewed suicidal urges that are present in your life will help you to understand when it happens and, that it can be reversed.
Example sentencesExamples
- The endless food spots all over Karachi can also prove to be tension releasers.
- Seldom are such cases solved and rarely are arrests made of mink or rat releasers.
- Scientists now suggest there are four kinds of human pheromones - primers, releasers, modulators and ‘signalers’ that provide information to the recipient without directly altering behavior.
- Why not get some fragrance releasers into your space ready to set your senses racing once the weather warms up again?

releasor

noun rɪˈliːsərəˈlisər

Law

A person who releases property or money to another person or entity.
releasees want to be sure that the releasor consents
Example sentencesExamples
- The Solicitor-General took a deed of release along with him on the meeting on Monday night and it included what he says commonly appears, very often at the request of releasors in releases where the Crown is the releasee.
- Some courts are willing to recognize a release under some circumstances for various types of activities and to bar a suit by the releasor.
- The release from all claims for trespass in Ecclesiastical Commissioners for England v - North Eastern Railway did not release the defendants from trespass claims of which the releasor was unaware but of which the defendants knew.

Origin

Middle English: from Old French reles (noun), relesser (verb), from Latin relaxare 'stretch out again, slacken' (see relax).

Definition of release in US English:

release

verbrəˈlēsrəˈlis

[with object]

1Allow or enable to escape from confinement; set free.
释放，解放
the government announced that the prisoners would be released
政府宣布囚犯将被释放。
Example sentencesExamples
- If they fail to reach an agreement in that time period, the prisoners should be released.
- Human slaves, no matter what, have the potential to take part in this and the broader social contract, thus they should be released from slavery and allowed to do so.
- Trinculo felt like a prisoner about to be released after serving a full life sentence.
- He released the remaining political prisoners and restored democratic rule.
- No mention, for instance, of the people of Ireland having voted overwhelmingly for the agreement, which stated categorically that prisoners would be released.
- A number of political prisoners have been released since the late 1980s.
- On August 10, 1974, he was expecting to be given the news that he was to be released from solitary confinement.
- Sylvia's mother decides to prove that Tom's sister cannot be released from confinement in a mental hospital.
- The main characters in the movie are a group of young women who had either escaped from prison or had been released on bail.
- Twelve of the inmates, however, were already free after being released earlier this year.
- But questions remain about whether the big cat escaped or was somehow released.
- When it comes time for these dangerous offenders to be released, civil confinement thus becomes an appealing option.
- In January 1972, Mujib was released from confinement and became the prime minister of Bangladesh.
- Many had been living in orphanages before the war, but had been released or managed to escape during the fighting in Baghdad.
- Some were released prisoners themselves; some were draft-dodgers; many were clerks and petty bureaucrats, and all were looking for trouble.
- I have read the submissions that have been filed on your behalf and I have taken them into account, but, in my view, there is nothing that can be done that would allow you to be released.
- Something felt like it had been released, set free, if only for a moment; he offered a hand and I took it, so he helped me up.
- Prisoners should not be released until they are ready for life outside.
- The two men were questioned by police in Rome, before being released and allowed to go on to travel to London.
- He releases himself and falls free of the burning aircraft.
Synonyms
free, set free, let go, allow to leave, let loose, set loose, turn loose, let out, liberate, set at liberty, deliver, rescue, ransom, emancipate
untie, undo, loose, let go, unhand, unloose, unbind, unchain, unleash, unfetter, unclasp, unshackle, unmanacle, extricate, unhitch, unbridle, detach, disentangle
2Allow (something) to move, act, or flow freely.
she released his arm and pushed him aside
growth hormone is released into the blood during the first part of sleep
生长激素在睡眠的第一阶段被释放到血液中。
Example sentencesExamples
- Fortunately for Jonny and myself the dark looks faded off Nicky and Val's faces and they allowed Josh to release them and move onto Jonny without making a scene.
- Julian didn't move instead he released his grip on his sister's shoulder.
- He released her shoulders and allowed her to move next to him.
- When it is released, it increases blood flow to the affected area.
- When blood sugar rises, the pancreas releases insulin to move glucose out of the blood into the muscle where it is stored for energy.
- Almost as soon as she closed her eyes she was asleep, but Angel kept beside her, not moving, not releasing her hand.
- Without another word, the girl released Napoleon, allowing the French general to drop to the dirt.
- He glared up at the girl as he released her arm and moved away from the bed in a swift, fluid movement.
- Composure slowly seeped back into the aggressive man, enabling him to gently release his captive from his tight and trembling grasps.
- It appears the adipocytes of obese individuals release free fatty acids even in the presence of insulin.
- Then the second arm gripped the pipe at ground level and began lifting it while the first one released it and moved back.
- Word after word flowing from her, releasing the emotions she never allowed herself to show, because showing emotions was dangerous.
- Samuel nodded and released her allowing her to walk upstairs to Marie.
- He smirked as he gingerly sat up, looking at Lashana when she released his hand and moved to help him.
- She nodded and, releasing my hand, moved cautiously forward.
- He briefly captured my bottom one and then released it, moving to my temple and kissing me there.
- Koda apologised, starting to move but not releasing his hold on Jamie's hand.
- Tom stood erect the instant they were released, the sheer sweet sound of Mrs. Malz's voice releasing them was verbal-nectar.
- These plaques can rupture, releasing substances that cause blood flowing in the coronary artery to clot.
- Glen released Dimero, allowing him to run to Nataki, the others following.
1. 2.1 Remove restrictions or obligations from (someone or something) so that they become available for other activity.
  解除对…的限制；免除…的义务；解放…的力量
  the strategy would release forces for service in other areas
  这一战略会腾出一些部队去其他地区执行任务。
  Example sentencesExamples
  The lease had come to an end, and both parties were released from their obligations under it.
  It confirmed the existing boundary and released the Free State from the significant financial liabilities it had incurred under the Treaty.
  If he declines, you may ask and publish his reasons, but they cannot release you of your obligation to correct your error in publishing his misleading words.
  You should also be aware that some lease contracts include a buy-out clause to release you from your obligations to the management company at the end of the agreed lease period.
  The Americans took over from two French divisions, releasing them to move to a more active section.
  After eight months, I was released from all physical restrictions, such as engaging in contact sports.
  However, a spokesman for Garda management said the move would release an extra man for policing duties in the area.
  You are released from restrictions and limitations, as old fears do not trouble you any more.
  This was not a case where the husband had transferred the house to the wife in consideration of her releasing him from all obligations arising out of the marriage.
  In the depths of misery, Aladdin polishes a dirty, battered lamp which is lying on the cave floor and releases the Genie of the Lamp, who sets him free from the cave and promises to grant his every wish.
  But that does not release me, in the future, from the moral obligation of telling the truth.
  So will New Delhi's latest move release an invigorating flood of foreign money?
  Beirne decided he had no choice but to temporarily close shop and let his employees go until the Army released him from service.
  They're specifically aimed at older people who are property rich but cash poor, ie: those who have a lot of equity wrapped up in their homes but don't want to move in order to release it.
  The Kilkenny out-half managed to skip out of defence and release his backline who moved the ball quickly up field.
  Your blood donation is then released for issue to hospitals once all the tests have come back and are declared negative.
  The two ships then released all of their escape pods, effectively hiding the one with Brimstone and his second in command.
  He joined Everton on a free transfer last week, having been released from United during the summer.
  He plans to work in food service when he's released.
  You are released from tensions and restrictions when you make important decisions.
  Synonyms
  make available, free, free up
2. 2.2 Remove (part of a machine or appliance) from a fixed position, allowing something else to move or function.
  松开，打开（机器或器械的某部分）
  he released the handbrake
  他松开了手刹车。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Slowly and carefully, she lifted it upwards, releasing the wheels from their track, and tugging the drawer free.
  All the bombs with the sensing switch extenders released and functioned as advertised.
  He shifted the lever into neutral and released the hand brake, then cranked the steering wheel as far to the right as he could.
  Then, barely a minute from starting my engine, I release my brakes and taxi out to the runway.
  All it takes to get this car moving like a breeze is to release the hand brake, turn the knob on the dashboard to forward mode and press the accelerator.
  The joint is small and cylindrical, and only a high-strength joining method will ensure that the cannula will not move or release from the hub during use.
  As the parachute shot out from the top of the spacecraft, the aerobrake was released to fall freely to the surface of Mars.
  As one the three hanging soldiers hit the deck and released their harness while moving into a forward roll, and as one the tree shadows moved into positions on the guards patrol routes.
  To allow the trailer to roll back away from the damaged concrete as it was being lifted, the trailer's brakes had to be released manually at the same time.
  But when you think of it, it allows you to start the engine, get into gear and release the brake with one hand.
  Not daring to start the engine, he released the brake and pushed the bike back to the supermarket where Emma and Michael waited anxiously for him.
  To smell burning rubber while driving a car is a sign that you forgot to release the hand brake.
  His hands immediately both found the steering wheel as he released the brake and pressed onto the gas.
  Combat offload is performed on the ground by releasing the aircraft brakes from a stationary position and a high-power rating set.
3. 2.3 Allow (something) to return to its resting position by ceasing to put pressure on it.
  松开（某物）使回到原位
  press and release the reset button quickly
  Example sentencesExamples
  The quick disconnect brake line on the trailer was then released, relieving the pressure on the drum.
  Catherine's hand struggled desperately to move, trying to release the increasing pressure on her throat.
  The scene appears at this position after you release the mouse button.
  Reverse the motion to release the weight and return to the start.
  When the key falls back as the finger releases it, the hammer returns to its initial position, ready to strike again.
  It is released in response to pressure/volume overload resulting in increased wall tension.
  It's really a joystick that jumps back to the home position when you release it.
3Allow (information) to be generally available.
公布，发布（消息）
no details about the contents of the talks were released
会谈内容的细节没有公布。
Example sentencesExamples
- The FBI said it arrested the tipster in Mexico, but released no other information.
- An expected strong rebound in Japanese machinery orders data, released during afternoon trading, failed to materialize.
- Second, we said we will release our income tax returns by the end of the month.
- I mean do you think right now too much information is being released?
- Police released the newest information yesterday, after investigators unearthed fresh clues about the suspect's whereabouts.
- When you can absorb that much information, you can then release it freely and quickly.
- Once back in camp, the tags were removed, thus releasing the location to other hunters.
- This information was released last week by the Central Statistics Office.
- So they have been gradually, in response to a lawsuit with information requests, releasing some of those images.
- Under pressure Howard and Reith wanted to release the video to back their case.
- Kerry, who in the past has called for full disclosure of rivals' tax returns, is under pressure to release his wife's records.
- The film is due to feature both local and international actors, but no further information has been released.
- Over 80% of requests resulted in the information requested being released either in full or in part.
- In the last few weeks, a large amount of ugly, malicious information has been released into the media about me.
- The police have an obligation to release that information.
- The company released its cash flow figures for the month of October last Thursday which showed a decrease of $43,000.
- Newly released documents raise questions about the Supreme Court nominee's position on women's rights.
- The first set of products and services are expected to be available mid-2002, when further information will be released.
- For example, they'll buy a stock after-hours when a positive earnings report is released, hoping for a gap up on the following trading day.
- No information has yet been released from an autopsy on Monday.
Synonyms
make public, make known, bring to public attention, bring to public notice, issue, break, announce, declare, report, post, reveal, divulge, disclose, publish, publicize, print, broadcast, air, transmit, put out, circulate, communicate, impart, disseminate, distribute, spread, propagate, purvey
1. 3.1 Make (a movie or recording) available for general viewing or purchase.
  公开发行（电影，录制品）
  nine singles and one album had been released
  九张单曲唱片和一套唱片集已经公开发行。
  Example sentencesExamples
  We feel that the drivers need some work before the game is released in order to remove the hitching we were experiencing at all resolutions on any video card that we threw at this title.
  Never having ceased to release albums, his comeback is more in terms of style than presence.
  Later this year a high school version of the site will be released for free use in the classroom.
  The vast majority of independently produced films never get released.
  Because this year at least one music company will be releasing CDs that positively invite copying - within limits.
  This poem is one among a collection of her works released recently at a function in the city.
  As far as I know, the studio is not releasing the film into theaters domestically.
  He added that the college's ethical commission would soon release an ‘official position report’ so that Catalan doctors were aware of how to act.
  This work will be released later in free, electronic editions of the book.
  When you're one of the greatest rappers in the world, you're going to be facing some pressure when you're releasing the first solo album of your career.
  The new machines are officially released today and further models will be unveiled on 1 February.
  Production was completed in late autumn and the film was released in September 1968.
  Newly released documents are available to guide practices that fall in gray areas.
  There is huge commercial pressure to release GM foods onto the market.
  The partial success of this debut album was likely due to the fact that the album was only released in their hometown and not distributed to the rest of Canada until the following year.
  Does this imply that if a company releases a ‘faulty’ patch which disables your machine that you can sue them?
  I get a nice warm feeling knowing that I am able to help other people in the free software community by releasing these little bits of code.
  They will mull it over when they know the song's chart position after it is released on September 1.
  Both books will be released at a function to be held at the Maharaja's College on August 25.
  Stamps of flying birds were released to denote the return of Prince Akihito from his overseas trip in 1953.
  Synonyms
  launch, put on the market, market, put on sale, offer for sale, bring out, unveil, present, make available, distribute
4Law
Remit or discharge (a debt).
〔律〕免除，解除（债务）
Example sentencesExamples
- It follows that a debt may only be released by an agreement for valuable consideration or by an agreement under seal.
- Specific orders contemplated include wholly or partly releasing or discharging any security.
- If it is said that the debt should have been released on top of the other payments that should have been made then that might be right.
- Mr. Libenstein further argues that if he is found personally liable, the liability was released by his discharge from bankruptcy.
Synonyms
let off, excuse, exempt, discharge, deliver
1. 4.1 Surrender (a right).
  放弃（权利）；将（权利）让予
  Example sentencesExamples
  I want a declaration from the Baron, witnessed by the Judiciar, that he releases all right of ownership.
  Her position has always been that she has not released the rights to the photos, and she's filed a lawsuit over it.
  The utility was given monopoly status, in return for releasing control of electric rates and a number of other parameters to its regulatory commission.
  Mr. Lenz paid to be released from his spousal support obligations by paying a portion of the royalties to his wife.
  The question is, can the federal courts come into the state of Alabama and threaten fines to release our inalienable rights?
2. 4.2 Make over (property or money) to another person or entity.
  将（钱财）让予
  Example sentencesExamples
  All you have to do is send several thousand dollars in processing fees to release the money so they can send it to you.
  After your death, title companies may not let property be sold, and banks may not release money until they know for certain who your heirs are.
  ‘The money will be released as soon as the agreement is officially signed,’ said Duxmann.
  With lottery scams, people are told they have won the lottery, but then told they must pay a fee before the money can be released.
  In certain of those cases, the holdback funds were released in contravention of that agreement, and damages were incurred and calculable because of that breach.

nounrəˈlēsrəˈlis

1The action or process of releasing or being released.
释放；放松
a campaign by the prisoner's mother resulted in his release
该囚犯母亲所发起的运动导致他被释放。
Example sentencesExamples
- We will be able to hit a moving target, or even a target that is stationary at weapons release but attempts to escape as the weapon is in-flight.
- Those that attend can qualify for early release on parole after one third of their term has been served while those who refuse will be made to serve their full term.
- I am all about maintaining the rights and freedoms of Canadians but why isn't treatment a condition of his release?
- Negotiations by the EU and the US led to their release on condition they be exiled to Europe.
- The court set for 16 September a hearing for an application for his release on bail.
- People sentenced to life imprisonment are not included as they are placed under lifelong probation supervision as a condition of temporary release.
- Community Probation Service regional manager Heather Mackie said it was confident the man's accommodation met the conditions of his release.
- The process of gaining early release created a complicated and intriguing paper trail.
- In this painting, joy, rapture, release, and escape are all terms that become important, even if their value is always of the verge of becoming equivocal.
- Greenhouse nitrous oxide release, which results from fertiliser and pulse crop nitrification, remains the subject of ongoing research.
- On the 42nd hour, I spoke with a court-appointed lawyer who told me the courts were deliberately slowing the process of our release.
- Mr Browne said they were told there was no question of an announcement on their release until certain conditions had been met.
- The materiality of the paint and the sticky pull and release of the printing process showed a rough and ready formalism at work.
- Victims would also have a say in bail applications, applications for early release and parole for criminals under the party's plans.
- Of course, he knew what to charge in these days of globalisation, and had it not been for Marchizu's release on parole, the community would never have been able to afford him.
- Police opposed bail, but the Magistrate agreed to his release on the condition he pay a surety and comply with other bail conditions.
- I also have the person do special ‘bodywork’ stretching and emotional release movement processes before and during the sessions.
- He sought release on bail while he appealed his conviction and sentence.
- She called on the government to speed up the process of release for hundreds of political prisoners still in jail.
- Judges help set the conditions of release and oversee a parolee's progress.
Synonyms
freeing, liberation, deliverance, ransom, emancipation
1. 1.1 A handle or catch that releases part of a mechanism.
  脱扣器，擒纵装置
  Example sentencesExamples
  Next, point the camera at the other extreme and once again half press the release.
  A photographer can point his camera at a subject and press the release down.
2The action of making a movie, recording, or other product available for general viewing or purchase.
公开发行（电影，录制品）
the film was withheld for two years before its release
该电影公开发行前被禁映了两年。
Example sentencesExamples
- Critics across the country savaged the film upon its initial release, dismissing it as directionless and dreary.
- It is hoped that the difficulty of finding these recordings in stores does not have an impact on the future recording and release of many more musicals.
- As for all the bugs that were found after the release, again this is management's fault for NOT having a proper testing process before release.
- The too objective script leaves audiences not knowing whether Madeleine was a murderess or not, and this fact contributed to the film's failure on release.
- One trailer available on the original release of the film is not included here, but to no great loss.
- Even though the album has been on release since last year, it was always Kevin's intention to hold a launch night in honour of the occasion.
- Needless to say, we shall be monitoring its process, from US release, through to our verdict and its fate come the Awards season.
- But Brundtland handled the release of the report poorly.
- With their debut album not on release until very recently it's surprising - and welcome - that the place is as full as it is.
- Zwick laid down this track just days after the film's initial U.S. release.
- At the same time, these types of records are awkward and time-consuming for officials to process for release.
- This protocol will be disseminated widely and will guide the survey and scoring process after its release.
- The single goes on release nationally on Monday, August 8, and will be available through all record shops.
- It has only just gone on release in the US and does not reach UK cinemas until January.
- Ware hopes to have the study results ready for release by the fall of 2002.
- The single went on release last Friday, July 26 and is expected to shoot into the Irish top 40 within the next fortnight.
- The crowds grew in size and confidence, and began to demand the immediate release of the results.
- Neither was much liked on release - his curmudgeonly socialism was out of step with the times - but hindsight may teach us to value them better.
- They are ready for talks provided the distributors lift the ban on release of films on or before February 7.
- The film is due for release in UK cinemas sometime next year.
Synonyms
cd, disc, record, single, album
1. 2.1 A movie or other product issued for viewing or purchase.
  发行的电影（或其他产品）
  his current album release has topped the charts for six months
  他目前发行的唱片占据每周流行唱片排行榜冠军位置长达六个月之久。
  Example sentencesExamples
  The funny thing is that this film feels more like an independent film than a studio release.
  New Zealanders certainly love to read and this gave everyone a wonderful opportunity to catch up on the latest book releases - a chance not to be missed by bookworms.
  Finally, a collection of studio trailers highlight currently available and future releases from BBC Video.
  But Branca's album releases are far less grandiose than his live performances.
  It featured mostly new releases, all films that in one way or another relied on narratives that explored people who were either on the move or had ended up in faraway places.
  As always, on a chilly, Friday night in December, the crew headed to the Edwards Theatre to catch the latest releases.
  The sound mix is perhaps not as aggressive as most feature film releases, but this is a TV series, after all.
  Other topics covered in the issue include Italian cinema, philosophy in film, Jean Eustache, DVD releases, current releases and festivals.
  The group have enjoyed marginal success with releases on their own label.
  Aside from the theatrical trailer, we get a nine-minute featurette which speeds through top releases of the 1950s.
  It's not going to be on my top 15 releases at the end of the year, either, for these very reasons.
  These new releases, available individually or in a boxed set, use the original advertising artwork.
  The other eight are art-house films/small releases that will likely be deprived of any Oscar nominations at all.
  Overall, this album is a quality release, but a few years too late and with innovation lacking.
  Far from ailing, and after thirty-two years and countless album releases, he's still going strong and thankfully shows no signs of slowing down.
  This is quite clearly one of Hollywood's top releases thus far this year.
  Picture and sound are typical for current film releases - there's really nothing much to say about either.
  Like most anime releases, this one features a textless opening sequence.
  Lilith had grown bored quickly as she had watched the pair shop for clothes on Fifth Avenue, then go to Times Square and catch a new release.
  The hot items are current theatrical releases.
  Synonyms
  cd, disc, record, single, album
  version, edition, issue, model, mark, draft, form, impression, publication
3Law
The action of releasing property, money, or a right to another.
〔律〕放弃，让予
Example sentencesExamples
- There was no deed of release, no terms of settlement; your client just accepted that money, and, presumably there is some rule of court that deals with that.
- I have been advised by my bank manager that any release of money needs to be authorised by the solicitors who initiated the freezing injunction.
- By cross-motion the plaintiff sought a declaration that the settlement and final release were void.
- Only if that settlement and release is set aside would it be open to the plaintiff to re-litigate those issues.
- The third benefit for Mrs Smith was her husband's release of property claims.
1. 3.1 A document effecting a release of property, money, etc.
  Example sentencesExamples
  He has not complied with the court order for production of the notes and records nor has he signed a release to permit Ms. N.L. direct access to the documents.
  For that reason I have asked DH, Attorney here in the US, to prepare a release and waiver for each client which must be executed prior to any return of capital.
  Winners must sign a release prior to receiving their prize.
  His attorney recalled that he gave him a release in letter format from the promissory note indebtedness in exchange for receiving five Fieldway shares.
  We note that the Trustee released any claim to any property settlement of Mrs. S. which release was filed as an exhibit on the trial.

Origin

Middle English: from Old French reles (noun), relesser (verb), from Latin relaxare ‘stretch out again, slacken’ (see relax).

词汇	release
释义	Definition of release in English: release verb rɪˈliːsrəˈlis [with object] 1Allow or enable to escape from confinement; set free. 释放，解放 the government announced that the prisoners would be released 政府宣布囚犯将被释放。 Example sentencesExamples Sylvia's mother decides to prove that Tom's sister cannot be released from confinement in a mental hospital. Human slaves, no matter what, have the potential to take part in this and the broader social contract, thus they should be released from slavery and allowed to do so. The main characters in the movie are a group of young women who had either escaped from prison or had been released on bail. Prisoners should not be released until they are ready for life outside. Trinculo felt like a prisoner about to be released after serving a full life sentence. On August 10, 1974, he was expecting to be given the news that he was to be released from solitary confinement. A number of political prisoners have been released since the late 1980s. No mention, for instance, of the people of Ireland having voted overwhelmingly for the agreement, which stated categorically that prisoners would be released. The two men were questioned by police in Rome, before being released and allowed to go on to travel to London. Something felt like it had been released, set free, if only for a moment; he offered a hand and I took it, so he helped me up. Many had been living in orphanages before the war, but had been released or managed to escape during the fighting in Baghdad. He released the remaining political prisoners and restored democratic rule. When it comes time for these dangerous offenders to be released, civil confinement thus becomes an appealing option. Some were released prisoners themselves; some were draft-dodgers; many were clerks and petty bureaucrats, and all were looking for trouble. In January 1972, Mujib was released from confinement and became the prime minister of Bangladesh. But questions remain about whether the big cat escaped or was somehow released. I have read the submissions that have been filed on your behalf and I have taken them into account, but, in my view, there is nothing that can be done that would allow you to be released. He releases himself and falls free of the burning aircraft. Twelve of the inmates, however, were already free after being released earlier this year. If they fail to reach an agreement in that time period, the prisoners should be released. Synonyms free, set free, let go, allow to leave, set/let/turn loose, let out, liberate, set at liberty, deliver, rescue, ransom, emancipate historical manumit untie, undo, loose, let go, unhand, unloose, unbind, unchain, unleash, unfetter, unclasp, unshackle, unmanacle, extricate, unhitch, unbridle, detach, disentangle 2Allow (something) to move, act, or flow freely. she released his arm and pushed him aside growth hormone is released into the blood during sleep 生长激素在睡眠的第一阶段被释放到血液中。 Example sentencesExamples He released her shoulders and allowed her to move next to him. Composure slowly seeped back into the aggressive man, enabling him to gently release his captive from his tight and trembling grasps. Samuel nodded and released her allowing her to walk upstairs to Marie. Word after word flowing from her, releasing the emotions she never allowed herself to show, because showing emotions was dangerous. It appears the adipocytes of obese individuals release free fatty acids even in the presence of insulin. Fortunately for Jonny and myself the dark looks faded off Nicky and Val's faces and they allowed Josh to release them and move onto Jonny without making a scene. Glen released Dimero, allowing him to run to Nataki, the others following. These plaques can rupture, releasing substances that cause blood flowing in the coronary artery to clot. Then the second arm gripped the pipe at ground level and began lifting it while the first one released it and moved back. Without another word, the girl released Napoleon, allowing the French general to drop to the dirt. He briefly captured my bottom one and then released it, moving to my temple and kissing me there. Julian didn't move instead he released his grip on his sister's shoulder. He smirked as he gingerly sat up, looking at Lashana when she released his hand and moved to help him. He glared up at the girl as he released her arm and moved away from the bed in a swift, fluid movement. She nodded and, releasing my hand, moved cautiously forward. When it is released, it increases blood flow to the affected area. Tom stood erect the instant they were released, the sheer sweet sound of Mrs. Malz's voice releasing them was verbal-nectar. Koda apologised, starting to move but not releasing his hold on Jamie's hand. Almost as soon as she closed her eyes she was asleep, but Angel kept beside her, not moving, not releasing her hand. When blood sugar rises, the pancreas releases insulin to move glucose out of the blood into the muscle where it is stored for energy. 2.1 Remove restrictions or obligations from (someone or something) so that they become available for other activity. 解除对…的限制；免除…的义务；解放…的力量 the strategy would release forces for service in other areas 这一战略会腾出一些部队去其他地区执行任务。 Example sentencesExamples You should also be aware that some lease contracts include a buy-out clause to release you from your obligations to the management company at the end of the agreed lease period. After eight months, I was released from all physical restrictions, such as engaging in contact sports. However, a spokesman for Garda management said the move would release an extra man for policing duties in the area. They're specifically aimed at older people who are property rich but cash poor, ie: those who have a lot of equity wrapped up in their homes but don't want to move in order to release it. The Americans took over from two French divisions, releasing them to move to a more active section. You are released from restrictions and limitations, as old fears do not trouble you any more. It confirmed the existing boundary and released the Free State from the significant financial liabilities it had incurred under the Treaty. If he declines, you may ask and publish his reasons, but they cannot release you of your obligation to correct your error in publishing his misleading words. The two ships then released all of their escape pods, effectively hiding the one with Brimstone and his second in command. He plans to work in food service when he's released. You are released from tensions and restrictions when you make important decisions. But that does not release me, in the future, from the moral obligation of telling the truth. So will New Delhi's latest move release an invigorating flood of foreign money? This was not a case where the husband had transferred the house to the wife in consideration of her releasing him from all obligations arising out of the marriage. Beirne decided he had no choice but to temporarily close shop and let his employees go until the Army released him from service. In the depths of misery, Aladdin polishes a dirty, battered lamp which is lying on the cave floor and releases the Genie of the Lamp, who sets him free from the cave and promises to grant his every wish. The Kilkenny out-half managed to skip out of defence and release his backline who moved the ball quickly up field. Your blood donation is then released for issue to hospitals once all the tests have come back and are declared negative. He joined Everton on a free transfer last week, having been released from United during the summer. The lease had come to an end, and both parties were released from their obligations under it. Synonyms make available, free, free up contribute, put at someone's disposal, supply, furnish, provide deploy 2.2 Remove (part of a machine or appliance) from a fixed position, allowing something else to move or function. 松开，打开（机器或器械的某部分） he released the handbrake 他松开了手刹车。 Example sentencesExamples Not daring to start the engine, he released the brake and pushed the bike back to the supermarket where Emma and Michael waited anxiously for him. The joint is small and cylindrical, and only a high-strength joining method will ensure that the cannula will not move or release from the hub during use. He shifted the lever into neutral and released the hand brake, then cranked the steering wheel as far to the right as he could. As one the three hanging soldiers hit the deck and released their harness while moving into a forward roll, and as one the tree shadows moved into positions on the guards patrol routes. His hands immediately both found the steering wheel as he released the brake and pressed onto the gas. To smell burning rubber while driving a car is a sign that you forgot to release the hand brake. To allow the trailer to roll back away from the damaged concrete as it was being lifted, the trailer's brakes had to be released manually at the same time. All it takes to get this car moving like a breeze is to release the hand brake, turn the knob on the dashboard to forward mode and press the accelerator. Slowly and carefully, she lifted it upwards, releasing the wheels from their track, and tugging the drawer free. Combat offload is performed on the ground by releasing the aircraft brakes from a stationary position and a high-power rating set. But when you think of it, it allows you to start the engine, get into gear and release the brake with one hand. Then, barely a minute from starting my engine, I release my brakes and taxi out to the runway. All the bombs with the sensing switch extenders released and functioned as advertised. As the parachute shot out from the top of the spacecraft, the aerobrake was released to fall freely to the surface of Mars. 2.3 Allow (something) to return to its resting position by ceasing to put pressure on it. 松开（某物）使回到原位 press the cap down and release 将盖子按下后松手（使其回到原位）。 Example sentencesExamples When the key falls back as the finger releases it, the hammer returns to its initial position, ready to strike again. It is released in response to pressure/volume overload resulting in increased wall tension. The scene appears at this position after you release the mouse button. It's really a joystick that jumps back to the home position when you release it. The quick disconnect brake line on the trailer was then released, relieving the pressure on the drum. Catherine's hand struggled desperately to move, trying to release the increasing pressure on her throat. Reverse the motion to release the weight and return to the start. 3Allow (information) to be generally available. 公布，发布（消息） no details about the talks were released 会谈内容的细节没有公布。 Example sentencesExamples The first set of products and services are expected to be available mid-2002, when further information will be released. Under pressure Howard and Reith wanted to release the video to back their case. The FBI said it arrested the tipster in Mexico, but released no other information. Newly released documents raise questions about the Supreme Court nominee's position on women's rights. Over 80% of requests resulted in the information requested being released either in full or in part. No information has yet been released from an autopsy on Monday. In the last few weeks, a large amount of ugly, malicious information has been released into the media about me. The film is due to feature both local and international actors, but no further information has been released. For example, they'll buy a stock after-hours when a positive earnings report is released, hoping for a gap up on the following trading day. This information was released last week by the Central Statistics Office. The company released its cash flow figures for the month of October last Thursday which showed a decrease of $43,000. When you can absorb that much information, you can then release it freely and quickly. So they have been gradually, in response to a lawsuit with information requests, releasing some of those images. Kerry, who in the past has called for full disclosure of rivals' tax returns, is under pressure to release his wife's records. An expected strong rebound in Japanese machinery orders data, released during afternoon trading, failed to materialize. I mean do you think right now too much information is being released? Police released the newest information yesterday, after investigators unearthed fresh clues about the suspect's whereabouts. Second, we said we will release our income tax returns by the end of the month. The police have an obligation to release that information. Once back in camp, the tags were removed, thus releasing the location to other hunters. Synonyms make public, make known, bring to public notice/attention, issue, break, announce, declare, report, post, reveal, divulge, disclose, publish, publicize, print, broadcast, air, transmit, put out, circulate, communicate, impart, disseminate, distribute, spread, propagate, purvey 3.1 Make (a film, recording, or other product) available to the public. （电影、录音制品等的）公开发行 they released a flurry of great singles Example sentencesExamples Does this imply that if a company releases a ‘faulty’ patch which disables your machine that you can sue them? As far as I know, the studio is not releasing the film into theaters domestically. Stamps of flying birds were released to denote the return of Prince Akihito from his overseas trip in 1953. Production was completed in late autumn and the film was released in September 1968. This poem is one among a collection of her works released recently at a function in the city. I get a nice warm feeling knowing that I am able to help other people in the free software community by releasing these little bits of code. When you're one of the greatest rappers in the world, you're going to be facing some pressure when you're releasing the first solo album of your career. There is huge commercial pressure to release GM foods onto the market. We feel that the drivers need some work before the game is released in order to remove the hitching we were experiencing at all resolutions on any video card that we threw at this title. Never having ceased to release albums, his comeback is more in terms of style than presence. He added that the college's ethical commission would soon release an ‘official position report’ so that Catalan doctors were aware of how to act. Later this year a high school version of the site will be released for free use in the classroom. The partial success of this debut album was likely due to the fact that the album was only released in their hometown and not distributed to the rest of Canada until the following year. Newly released documents are available to guide practices that fall in gray areas. The vast majority of independently produced films never get released. Because this year at least one music company will be releasing CDs that positively invite copying - within limits. Both books will be released at a function to be held at the Maharaja's College on August 25. They will mull it over when they know the song's chart position after it is released on September 1. The new machines are officially released today and further models will be unveiled on 1 February. This work will be released later in free, electronic editions of the book. Synonyms launch, put on the market, market, put on sale, offer for sale, bring out, unveil, present, make available, distribute 4Law Remit or discharge (a debt) 〔律〕免除，解除（债务） the amounts which later become due are consequent on the debt that is being released Example sentencesExamples It follows that a debt may only be released by an agreement for valuable consideration or by an agreement under seal. Mr. Libenstein further argues that if he is found personally liable, the liability was released by his discharge from bankruptcy. Specific orders contemplated include wholly or partly releasing or discharging any security. If it is said that the debt should have been released on top of the other payments that should have been made then that might be right. Synonyms let off, excuse, exempt, discharge, deliver clear, exculpate, absolve, acquit, exonerate 4.1 Surrender (a right) 放弃（权利）；将（权利）让予 a parent released and assigned a right to income Example sentencesExamples Mr. Lenz paid to be released from his spousal support obligations by paying a portion of the royalties to his wife. I want a declaration from the Baron, witnessed by the Judiciar, that he releases all right of ownership. Her position has always been that she has not released the rights to the photos, and she's filed a lawsuit over it. The question is, can the federal courts come into the state of Alabama and threaten fines to release our inalienable rights? The utility was given monopoly status, in return for releasing control of electric rates and a number of other parameters to its regulatory commission. 4.2 Make over (property or money) to another. 将（钱财）让予 compensation for the cost of rebuilding is only released when work begins Example sentencesExamples All you have to do is send several thousand dollars in processing fees to release the money so they can send it to you. ‘The money will be released as soon as the agreement is officially signed,’ said Duxmann. In certain of those cases, the holdback funds were released in contravention of that agreement, and damages were incurred and calculable because of that breach. With lottery scams, people are told they have won the lottery, but then told they must pay a fee before the money can be released. After your death, title companies may not let property be sold, and banks may not release money until they know for certain who your heirs are. noun rɪˈliːsrəˈlis mass noun 1The action or process of releasing or being released. 释放；放松 a campaign by the prisoner's mother resulted in his release 该囚犯母亲所发起的运动导致他被释放。 Example sentencesExamples Police opposed bail, but the Magistrate agreed to his release on the condition he pay a surety and comply with other bail conditions. The court set for 16 September a hearing for an application for his release on bail. On the 42nd hour, I spoke with a court-appointed lawyer who told me the courts were deliberately slowing the process of our release. The materiality of the paint and the sticky pull and release of the printing process showed a rough and ready formalism at work. Mr Browne said they were told there was no question of an announcement on their release until certain conditions had been met. She called on the government to speed up the process of release for hundreds of political prisoners still in jail. I am all about maintaining the rights and freedoms of Canadians but why isn't treatment a condition of his release? I also have the person do special ‘bodywork’ stretching and emotional release movement processes before and during the sessions. The process of gaining early release created a complicated and intriguing paper trail. Greenhouse nitrous oxide release, which results from fertiliser and pulse crop nitrification, remains the subject of ongoing research. We will be able to hit a moving target, or even a target that is stationary at weapons release but attempts to escape as the weapon is in-flight. Judges help set the conditions of release and oversee a parolee's progress. Of course, he knew what to charge in these days of globalisation, and had it not been for Marchizu's release on parole, the community would never have been able to afford him. Negotiations by the EU and the US led to their release on condition they be exiled to Europe. Community Probation Service regional manager Heather Mackie said it was confident the man's accommodation met the conditions of his release. Victims would also have a say in bail applications, applications for early release and parole for criminals under the party's plans. Those that attend can qualify for early release on parole after one third of their term has been served while those who refuse will be made to serve their full term. He sought release on bail while he appealed his conviction and sentence. In this painting, joy, rapture, release, and escape are all terms that become important, even if their value is always of the verge of becoming equivocal. People sentenced to life imprisonment are not included as they are placed under lifelong probation supervision as a condition of temporary release. Synonyms freeing, liberation, deliverance, ransom, emancipation freedom, liberty historical manumission 1.1count noun A handle or catch that releases part of a mechanism. 脱扣器，擒纵装置 Example sentencesExamples Next, point the camera at the other extreme and once again half press the release. A photographer can point his camera at a subject and press the release down. 2The action of making a film, recording, or other product available to the public. （电影、录音制品等的）公开发行 the movie will be on release from Christmas 影片将从圣诞节起开始上映。 Example sentencesExamples Zwick laid down this track just days after the film's initial U.S. release. But Brundtland handled the release of the report poorly. Needless to say, we shall be monitoring its process, from US release, through to our verdict and its fate come the Awards season. As for all the bugs that were found after the release, again this is management's fault for NOT having a proper testing process before release. Neither was much liked on release - his curmudgeonly socialism was out of step with the times - but hindsight may teach us to value them better. They are ready for talks provided the distributors lift the ban on release of films on or before February 7. It has only just gone on release in the US and does not reach UK cinemas until January. This protocol will be disseminated widely and will guide the survey and scoring process after its release. Ware hopes to have the study results ready for release by the fall of 2002. It is hoped that the difficulty of finding these recordings in stores does not have an impact on the future recording and release of many more musicals. Critics across the country savaged the film upon its initial release, dismissing it as directionless and dreary. One trailer available on the original release of the film is not included here, but to no great loss. At the same time, these types of records are awkward and time-consuming for officials to process for release. Even though the album has been on release since last year, it was always Kevin's intention to hold a launch night in honour of the occasion. With their debut album not on release until very recently it's surprising - and welcome - that the place is as full as it is. The single went on release last Friday, July 26 and is expected to shoot into the Irish top 40 within the next fortnight. The crowds grew in size and confidence, and began to demand the immediate release of the results. The too objective script leaves audiences not knowing whether Madeleine was a murderess or not, and this fact contributed to the film's failure on release. The film is due for release in UK cinemas sometime next year. The single goes on release nationally on Monday, August 8, and will be available through all record shops. Synonyms CD, disc, record, single, album video, film book version, edition, issue, model, mark, draft, form, impression, publication 2.1count noun A film or other product made available to the public. his current album release has topped the charts for six months 他目前发行的唱片占据每周流行唱片排行榜冠军位置长达六个月之久。 Example sentencesExamples Far from ailing, and after thirty-two years and countless album releases, he's still going strong and thankfully shows no signs of slowing down. Overall, this album is a quality release, but a few years too late and with innovation lacking. Other topics covered in the issue include Italian cinema, philosophy in film, Jean Eustache, DVD releases, current releases and festivals. It's not going to be on my top 15 releases at the end of the year, either, for these very reasons. Like most anime releases, this one features a textless opening sequence. But Branca's album releases are far less grandiose than his live performances. Picture and sound are typical for current film releases - there's really nothing much to say about either. The other eight are art-house films/small releases that will likely be deprived of any Oscar nominations at all. The group have enjoyed marginal success with releases on their own label. New Zealanders certainly love to read and this gave everyone a wonderful opportunity to catch up on the latest book releases - a chance not to be missed by bookworms. Finally, a collection of studio trailers highlight currently available and future releases from BBC Video. It featured mostly new releases, all films that in one way or another relied on narratives that explored people who were either on the move or had ended up in faraway places. As always, on a chilly, Friday night in December, the crew headed to the Edwards Theatre to catch the latest releases. These new releases, available individually or in a boxed set, use the original advertising artwork. The funny thing is that this film feels more like an independent film than a studio release. Lilith had grown bored quickly as she had watched the pair shop for clothes on Fifth Avenue, then go to Times Square and catch a new release. The sound mix is perhaps not as aggressive as most feature film releases, but this is a TV series, after all. The hot items are current theatrical releases. Aside from the theatrical trailer, we get a nine-minute featurette which speeds through top releases of the 1950s. This is quite clearly one of Hollywood's top releases thus far this year. Synonyms cd, disc, record, single, album version, edition, issue, model, mark, draft, form, impression, publication 3Law The action of releasing property, money, or a right to another. 〔律〕放弃，让予 Example sentencesExamples The third benefit for Mrs Smith was her husband's release of property claims. By cross-motion the plaintiff sought a declaration that the settlement and final release were void. Only if that settlement and release is set aside would it be open to the plaintiff to re-litigate those issues. There was no deed of release, no terms of settlement; your client just accepted that money, and, presumably there is some rule of court that deals with that. I have been advised by my bank manager that any release of money needs to be authorised by the solicitors who initiated the freezing injunction. 3.1count noun A document effecting a release of property, money, etc. Example sentencesExamples He has not complied with the court order for production of the notes and records nor has he signed a release to permit Ms. N.L. direct access to the documents. His attorney recalled that he gave him a release in letter format from the promissory note indebtedness in exchange for receiving five Fieldway shares. Winners must sign a release prior to receiving their prize. For that reason I have asked DH, Attorney here in the US, to prepare a release and waiver for each client which must be executed prior to any return of capital. We note that the Trustee released any claim to any property settlement of Mrs. S. which release was filed as an exhibit on the trial. Derivatives releasable adjective Less weight equals less fatigue on the ascent, and releasable skis are safer in avalanches because they don't act as anchors pulling victims down. Example sentencesExamples We never completely solved the sharing problem and probably never will; however, all nations began producing releasable, comprehensive daily summaries. At nerve terminals, stimulus-evoked calcium entry triggers transmitter release through rapid, regulated exocytosis of readily releasable synaptic vesicles. However, even with prolonged depolarization, only a fraction of stored neuropeptides, called the releasable pool, can be secreted. A lot of stuff, any of the information that is releasable from the investigation has been released at this point. releasee noun rɪliːˈsiː Law 1An offender who has recently been released from prison. the issuance of a warrant is justified if the releasee has been arrested for an offence Example sentencesExamples Therefore, the graduated sanctions element of the drug court program may be as effective with pretrial releasees, regardless of whether or not it is coupled with drug treatment. Recent information on prison releasees shows that 66% of state prisoners were released to counties that contain the central city of a metropolitan area. The question was how can the public school system assist recent releasees from these facilities. there was no land to which this covenant could be annexed so as to pass to the releasee 2A person or entity to whom property or money is released. releaser noun rɪˈliːsərəˈlisər Recognizing those triggers or releasers of renewed suicidal urges that are present in your life will help you to understand when it happens and, that it can be reversed. Example sentencesExamples The endless food spots all over Karachi can also prove to be tension releasers. Seldom are such cases solved and rarely are arrests made of mink or rat releasers. Scientists now suggest there are four kinds of human pheromones - primers, releasers, modulators and ‘signalers’ that provide information to the recipient without directly altering behavior. Why not get some fragrance releasers into your space ready to set your senses racing once the weather warms up again? releasor noun rɪˈliːsərəˈlisər Law A person who releases property or money to another person or entity. releasees want to be sure that the releasor consents Example sentencesExamples The Solicitor-General took a deed of release along with him on the meeting on Monday night and it included what he says commonly appears, very often at the request of releasors in releases where the Crown is the releasee. Some courts are willing to recognize a release under some circumstances for various types of activities and to bar a suit by the releasor. The release from all claims for trespass in Ecclesiastical Commissioners for England v - North Eastern Railway did not release the defendants from trespass claims of which the releasor was unaware but of which the defendants knew. Origin Middle English: from Old French reles (noun), relesser (verb), from Latin relaxare 'stretch out again, slacken' (see relax). Definition of release in US English: release verbrəˈlēsrəˈlis [with object] 1Allow or enable to escape from confinement; set free. 释放，解放 the government announced that the prisoners would be released 政府宣布囚犯将被释放。 Example sentencesExamples If they fail to reach an agreement in that time period, the prisoners should be released. Human slaves, no matter what, have the potential to take part in this and the broader social contract, thus they should be released from slavery and allowed to do so. Trinculo felt like a prisoner about to be released after serving a full life sentence. He released the remaining political prisoners and restored democratic rule. No mention, for instance, of the people of Ireland having voted overwhelmingly for the agreement, which stated categorically that prisoners would be released. A number of political prisoners have been released since the late 1980s. On August 10, 1974, he was expecting to be given the news that he was to be released from solitary confinement. Sylvia's mother decides to prove that Tom's sister cannot be released from confinement in a mental hospital. The main characters in the movie are a group of young women who had either escaped from prison or had been released on bail. Twelve of the inmates, however, were already free after being released earlier this year. But questions remain about whether the big cat escaped or was somehow released. When it comes time for these dangerous offenders to be released, civil confinement thus becomes an appealing option. In January 1972, Mujib was released from confinement and became the prime minister of Bangladesh. Many had been living in orphanages before the war, but had been released or managed to escape during the fighting in Baghdad. Some were released prisoners themselves; some were draft-dodgers; many were clerks and petty bureaucrats, and all were looking for trouble. I have read the submissions that have been filed on your behalf and I have taken them into account, but, in my view, there is nothing that can be done that would allow you to be released. Something felt like it had been released, set free, if only for a moment; he offered a hand and I took it, so he helped me up. Prisoners should not be released until they are ready for life outside. The two men were questioned by police in Rome, before being released and allowed to go on to travel to London. He releases himself and falls free of the burning aircraft. Synonyms free, set free, let go, allow to leave, let loose, set loose, turn loose, let out, liberate, set at liberty, deliver, rescue, ransom, emancipate untie, undo, loose, let go, unhand, unloose, unbind, unchain, unleash, unfetter, unclasp, unshackle, unmanacle, extricate, unhitch, unbridle, detach, disentangle 2Allow (something) to move, act, or flow freely. she released his arm and pushed him aside growth hormone is released into the blood during the first part of sleep 生长激素在睡眠的第一阶段被释放到血液中。 Example sentencesExamples Fortunately for Jonny and myself the dark looks faded off Nicky and Val's faces and they allowed Josh to release them and move onto Jonny without making a scene. Julian didn't move instead he released his grip on his sister's shoulder. He released her shoulders and allowed her to move next to him. When it is released, it increases blood flow to the affected area. When blood sugar rises, the pancreas releases insulin to move glucose out of the blood into the muscle where it is stored for energy. Almost as soon as she closed her eyes she was asleep, but Angel kept beside her, not moving, not releasing her hand. Without another word, the girl released Napoleon, allowing the French general to drop to the dirt. He glared up at the girl as he released her arm and moved away from the bed in a swift, fluid movement. Composure slowly seeped back into the aggressive man, enabling him to gently release his captive from his tight and trembling grasps. It appears the adipocytes of obese individuals release free fatty acids even in the presence of insulin. Then the second arm gripped the pipe at ground level and began lifting it while the first one released it and moved back. Word after word flowing from her, releasing the emotions she never allowed herself to show, because showing emotions was dangerous. Samuel nodded and released her allowing her to walk upstairs to Marie. He smirked as he gingerly sat up, looking at Lashana when she released his hand and moved to help him. She nodded and, releasing my hand, moved cautiously forward. He briefly captured my bottom one and then released it, moving to my temple and kissing me there. Koda apologised, starting to move but not releasing his hold on Jamie's hand. Tom stood erect the instant they were released, the sheer sweet sound of Mrs. Malz's voice releasing them was verbal-nectar. These plaques can rupture, releasing substances that cause blood flowing in the coronary artery to clot. Glen released Dimero, allowing him to run to Nataki, the others following. 2.1 Remove restrictions or obligations from (someone or something) so that they become available for other activity. 解除对…的限制；免除…的义务；解放…的力量 the strategy would release forces for service in other areas 这一战略会腾出一些部队去其他地区执行任务。 Example sentencesExamples The lease had come to an end, and both parties were released from their obligations under it. It confirmed the existing boundary and released the Free State from the significant financial liabilities it had incurred under the Treaty. If he declines, you may ask and publish his reasons, but they cannot release you of your obligation to correct your error in publishing his misleading words. You should also be aware that some lease contracts include a buy-out clause to release you from your obligations to the management company at the end of the agreed lease period. The Americans took over from two French divisions, releasing them to move to a more active section. After eight months, I was released from all physical restrictions, such as engaging in contact sports. However, a spokesman for Garda management said the move would release an extra man for policing duties in the area. You are released from restrictions and limitations, as old fears do not trouble you any more. This was not a case where the husband had transferred the house to the wife in consideration of her releasing him from all obligations arising out of the marriage. In the depths of misery, Aladdin polishes a dirty, battered lamp which is lying on the cave floor and releases the Genie of the Lamp, who sets him free from the cave and promises to grant his every wish. But that does not release me, in the future, from the moral obligation of telling the truth. So will New Delhi's latest move release an invigorating flood of foreign money? Beirne decided he had no choice but to temporarily close shop and let his employees go until the Army released him from service. They're specifically aimed at older people who are property rich but cash poor, ie: those who have a lot of equity wrapped up in their homes but don't want to move in order to release it. The Kilkenny out-half managed to skip out of defence and release his backline who moved the ball quickly up field. Your blood donation is then released for issue to hospitals once all the tests have come back and are declared negative. The two ships then released all of their escape pods, effectively hiding the one with Brimstone and his second in command. He joined Everton on a free transfer last week, having been released from United during the summer. He plans to work in food service when he's released. You are released from tensions and restrictions when you make important decisions. Synonyms make available, free, free up 2.2 Remove (part of a machine or appliance) from a fixed position, allowing something else to move or function. 松开，打开（机器或器械的某部分） he released the handbrake 他松开了手刹车。 Example sentencesExamples Slowly and carefully, she lifted it upwards, releasing the wheels from their track, and tugging the drawer free. All the bombs with the sensing switch extenders released and functioned as advertised. He shifted the lever into neutral and released the hand brake, then cranked the steering wheel as far to the right as he could. Then, barely a minute from starting my engine, I release my brakes and taxi out to the runway. All it takes to get this car moving like a breeze is to release the hand brake, turn the knob on the dashboard to forward mode and press the accelerator. The joint is small and cylindrical, and only a high-strength joining method will ensure that the cannula will not move or release from the hub during use. As the parachute shot out from the top of the spacecraft, the aerobrake was released to fall freely to the surface of Mars. As one the three hanging soldiers hit the deck and released their harness while moving into a forward roll, and as one the tree shadows moved into positions on the guards patrol routes. To allow the trailer to roll back away from the damaged concrete as it was being lifted, the trailer's brakes had to be released manually at the same time. But when you think of it, it allows you to start the engine, get into gear and release the brake with one hand. Not daring to start the engine, he released the brake and pushed the bike back to the supermarket where Emma and Michael waited anxiously for him. To smell burning rubber while driving a car is a sign that you forgot to release the hand brake. His hands immediately both found the steering wheel as he released the brake and pressed onto the gas. Combat offload is performed on the ground by releasing the aircraft brakes from a stationary position and a high-power rating set. 2.3 Allow (something) to return to its resting position by ceasing to put pressure on it. 松开（某物）使回到原位 press and release the reset button quickly Example sentencesExamples The quick disconnect brake line on the trailer was then released, relieving the pressure on the drum. Catherine's hand struggled desperately to move, trying to release the increasing pressure on her throat. The scene appears at this position after you release the mouse button. Reverse the motion to release the weight and return to the start. When the key falls back as the finger releases it, the hammer returns to its initial position, ready to strike again. It is released in response to pressure/volume overload resulting in increased wall tension. It's really a joystick that jumps back to the home position when you release it. 3Allow (information) to be generally available. 公布，发布（消息） no details about the contents of the talks were released 会谈内容的细节没有公布。 Example sentencesExamples The FBI said it arrested the tipster in Mexico, but released no other information. An expected strong rebound in Japanese machinery orders data, released during afternoon trading, failed to materialize. Second, we said we will release our income tax returns by the end of the month. I mean do you think right now too much information is being released? Police released the newest information yesterday, after investigators unearthed fresh clues about the suspect's whereabouts. When you can absorb that much information, you can then release it freely and quickly. Once back in camp, the tags were removed, thus releasing the location to other hunters. This information was released last week by the Central Statistics Office. So they have been gradually, in response to a lawsuit with information requests, releasing some of those images. Under pressure Howard and Reith wanted to release the video to back their case. Kerry, who in the past has called for full disclosure of rivals' tax returns, is under pressure to release his wife's records. The film is due to feature both local and international actors, but no further information has been released. Over 80% of requests resulted in the information requested being released either in full or in part. In the last few weeks, a large amount of ugly, malicious information has been released into the media about me. The police have an obligation to release that information. The company released its cash flow figures for the month of October last Thursday which showed a decrease of $43,000. Newly released documents raise questions about the Supreme Court nominee's position on women's rights. The first set of products and services are expected to be available mid-2002, when further information will be released. For example, they'll buy a stock after-hours when a positive earnings report is released, hoping for a gap up on the following trading day. No information has yet been released from an autopsy on Monday. Synonyms make public, make known, bring to public attention, bring to public notice, issue, break, announce, declare, report, post, reveal, divulge, disclose, publish, publicize, print, broadcast, air, transmit, put out, circulate, communicate, impart, disseminate, distribute, spread, propagate, purvey 3.1 Make (a movie or recording) available for general viewing or purchase. 公开发行（电影，录制品） nine singles and one album had been released 九张单曲唱片和一套唱片集已经公开发行。 Example sentencesExamples We feel that the drivers need some work before the game is released in order to remove the hitching we were experiencing at all resolutions on any video card that we threw at this title. Never having ceased to release albums, his comeback is more in terms of style than presence. Later this year a high school version of the site will be released for free use in the classroom. The vast majority of independently produced films never get released. Because this year at least one music company will be releasing CDs that positively invite copying - within limits. This poem is one among a collection of her works released recently at a function in the city. As far as I know, the studio is not releasing the film into theaters domestically. He added that the college's ethical commission would soon release an ‘official position report’ so that Catalan doctors were aware of how to act. This work will be released later in free, electronic editions of the book. When you're one of the greatest rappers in the world, you're going to be facing some pressure when you're releasing the first solo album of your career. The new machines are officially released today and further models will be unveiled on 1 February. Production was completed in late autumn and the film was released in September 1968. Newly released documents are available to guide practices that fall in gray areas. There is huge commercial pressure to release GM foods onto the market. The partial success of this debut album was likely due to the fact that the album was only released in their hometown and not distributed to the rest of Canada until the following year. Does this imply that if a company releases a ‘faulty’ patch which disables your machine that you can sue them? I get a nice warm feeling knowing that I am able to help other people in the free software community by releasing these little bits of code. They will mull it over when they know the song's chart position after it is released on September 1. Both books will be released at a function to be held at the Maharaja's College on August 25. Stamps of flying birds were released to denote the return of Prince Akihito from his overseas trip in 1953. Synonyms launch, put on the market, market, put on sale, offer for sale, bring out, unveil, present, make available, distribute 4Law Remit or discharge (a debt). 〔律〕免除，解除（债务） Example sentencesExamples It follows that a debt may only be released by an agreement for valuable consideration or by an agreement under seal. Specific orders contemplated include wholly or partly releasing or discharging any security. If it is said that the debt should have been released on top of the other payments that should have been made then that might be right. Mr. Libenstein further argues that if he is found personally liable, the liability was released by his discharge from bankruptcy. Synonyms let off, excuse, exempt, discharge, deliver 4.1 Surrender (a right). 放弃（权利）；将（权利）让予 Example sentencesExamples I want a declaration from the Baron, witnessed by the Judiciar, that he releases all right of ownership. Her position has always been that she has not released the rights to the photos, and she's filed a lawsuit over it. The utility was given monopoly status, in return for releasing control of electric rates and a number of other parameters to its regulatory commission. Mr. Lenz paid to be released from his spousal support obligations by paying a portion of the royalties to his wife. The question is, can the federal courts come into the state of Alabama and threaten fines to release our inalienable rights? 4.2 Make over (property or money) to another person or entity. 将（钱财）让予 Example sentencesExamples All you have to do is send several thousand dollars in processing fees to release the money so they can send it to you. After your death, title companies may not let property be sold, and banks may not release money until they know for certain who your heirs are. ‘The money will be released as soon as the agreement is officially signed,’ said Duxmann. With lottery scams, people are told they have won the lottery, but then told they must pay a fee before the money can be released. In certain of those cases, the holdback funds were released in contravention of that agreement, and damages were incurred and calculable because of that breach. nounrəˈlēsrəˈlis 1The action or process of releasing or being released. 释放；放松 a campaign by the prisoner's mother resulted in his release 该囚犯母亲所发起的运动导致他被释放。 Example sentencesExamples We will be able to hit a moving target, or even a target that is stationary at weapons release but attempts to escape as the weapon is in-flight. Those that attend can qualify for early release on parole after one third of their term has been served while those who refuse will be made to serve their full term. I am all about maintaining the rights and freedoms of Canadians but why isn't treatment a condition of his release? Negotiations by the EU and the US led to their release on condition they be exiled to Europe. The court set for 16 September a hearing for an application for his release on bail. People sentenced to life imprisonment are not included as they are placed under lifelong probation supervision as a condition of temporary release. Community Probation Service regional manager Heather Mackie said it was confident the man's accommodation met the conditions of his release. The process of gaining early release created a complicated and intriguing paper trail. In this painting, joy, rapture, release, and escape are all terms that become important, even if their value is always of the verge of becoming equivocal. Greenhouse nitrous oxide release, which results from fertiliser and pulse crop nitrification, remains the subject of ongoing research. On the 42nd hour, I spoke with a court-appointed lawyer who told me the courts were deliberately slowing the process of our release. Mr Browne said they were told there was no question of an announcement on their release until certain conditions had been met. The materiality of the paint and the sticky pull and release of the printing process showed a rough and ready formalism at work. Victims would also have a say in bail applications, applications for early release and parole for criminals under the party's plans. Of course, he knew what to charge in these days of globalisation, and had it not been for Marchizu's release on parole, the community would never have been able to afford him. Police opposed bail, but the Magistrate agreed to his release on the condition he pay a surety and comply with other bail conditions. I also have the person do special ‘bodywork’ stretching and emotional release movement processes before and during the sessions. He sought release on bail while he appealed his conviction and sentence. She called on the government to speed up the process of release for hundreds of political prisoners still in jail. Judges help set the conditions of release and oversee a parolee's progress. Synonyms freeing, liberation, deliverance, ransom, emancipation 1.1 A handle or catch that releases part of a mechanism. 脱扣器，擒纵装置 Example sentencesExamples Next, point the camera at the other extreme and once again half press the release. A photographer can point his camera at a subject and press the release down. 2The action of making a movie, recording, or other product available for general viewing or purchase. 公开发行（电影，录制品） the film was withheld for two years before its release 该电影公开发行前被禁映了两年。 Example sentencesExamples Critics across the country savaged the film upon its initial release, dismissing it as directionless and dreary. It is hoped that the difficulty of finding these recordings in stores does not have an impact on the future recording and release of many more musicals. As for all the bugs that were found after the release, again this is management's fault for NOT having a proper testing process before release. The too objective script leaves audiences not knowing whether Madeleine was a murderess or not, and this fact contributed to the film's failure on release. One trailer available on the original release of the film is not included here, but to no great loss. Even though the album has been on release since last year, it was always Kevin's intention to hold a launch night in honour of the occasion. Needless to say, we shall be monitoring its process, from US release, through to our verdict and its fate come the Awards season. But Brundtland handled the release of the report poorly. With their debut album not on release until very recently it's surprising - and welcome - that the place is as full as it is. Zwick laid down this track just days after the film's initial U.S. release. At the same time, these types of records are awkward and time-consuming for officials to process for release. This protocol will be disseminated widely and will guide the survey and scoring process after its release. The single goes on release nationally on Monday, August 8, and will be available through all record shops. It has only just gone on release in the US and does not reach UK cinemas until January. Ware hopes to have the study results ready for release by the fall of 2002. The single went on release last Friday, July 26 and is expected to shoot into the Irish top 40 within the next fortnight. The crowds grew in size and confidence, and began to demand the immediate release of the results. Neither was much liked on release - his curmudgeonly socialism was out of step with the times - but hindsight may teach us to value them better. They are ready for talks provided the distributors lift the ban on release of films on or before February 7. The film is due for release in UK cinemas sometime next year. Synonyms cd, disc, record, single, album 2.1 A movie or other product issued for viewing or purchase. 发行的电影（或其他产品） his current album release has topped the charts for six months 他目前发行的唱片占据每周流行唱片排行榜冠军位置长达六个月之久。 Example sentencesExamples The funny thing is that this film feels more like an independent film than a studio release. New Zealanders certainly love to read and this gave everyone a wonderful opportunity to catch up on the latest book releases - a chance not to be missed by bookworms. Finally, a collection of studio trailers highlight currently available and future releases from BBC Video. But Branca's album releases are far less grandiose than his live performances. It featured mostly new releases, all films that in one way or another relied on narratives that explored people who were either on the move or had ended up in faraway places. As always, on a chilly, Friday night in December, the crew headed to the Edwards Theatre to catch the latest releases. The sound mix is perhaps not as aggressive as most feature film releases, but this is a TV series, after all. Other topics covered in the issue include Italian cinema, philosophy in film, Jean Eustache, DVD releases, current releases and festivals. The group have enjoyed marginal success with releases on their own label. Aside from the theatrical trailer, we get a nine-minute featurette which speeds through top releases of the 1950s. It's not going to be on my top 15 releases at the end of the year, either, for these very reasons. These new releases, available individually or in a boxed set, use the original advertising artwork. The other eight are art-house films/small releases that will likely be deprived of any Oscar nominations at all. Overall, this album is a quality release, but a few years too late and with innovation lacking. Far from ailing, and after thirty-two years and countless album releases, he's still going strong and thankfully shows no signs of slowing down. This is quite clearly one of Hollywood's top releases thus far this year. Picture and sound are typical for current film releases - there's really nothing much to say about either. Like most anime releases, this one features a textless opening sequence. Lilith had grown bored quickly as she had watched the pair shop for clothes on Fifth Avenue, then go to Times Square and catch a new release. The hot items are current theatrical releases. Synonyms cd, disc, record, single, album version, edition, issue, model, mark, draft, form, impression, publication 3Law The action of releasing property, money, or a right to another. 〔律〕放弃，让予 Example sentencesExamples There was no deed of release, no terms of settlement; your client just accepted that money, and, presumably there is some rule of court that deals with that. I have been advised by my bank manager that any release of money needs to be authorised by the solicitors who initiated the freezing injunction. By cross-motion the plaintiff sought a declaration that the settlement and final release were void. Only if that settlement and release is set aside would it be open to the plaintiff to re-litigate those issues. The third benefit for Mrs Smith was her husband's release of property claims. 3.1 A document effecting a release of property, money, etc. Example sentencesExamples He has not complied with the court order for production of the notes and records nor has he signed a release to permit Ms. N.L. direct access to the documents. For that reason I have asked DH, Attorney here in the US, to prepare a release and waiver for each client which must be executed prior to any return of capital. Winners must sign a release prior to receiving their prize. His attorney recalled that he gave him a release in letter format from the promissory note indebtedness in exchange for receiving five Fieldway shares. We note that the Trustee released any claim to any property settlement of Mrs. S. which release was filed as an exhibit on the trial. Origin Middle English: from Old French reles (noun), relesser (verb), from Latin relaxare ‘stretch out again, slacken’ (see relax).
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