1. to open or relax something that was tightly closed or gripped

Examples

• She slowly unclinched her fists after the argument ended.
• The boxer tried to unclinch his opponent’s hold.
• He unclinched his jaw and took a deep breath.
• The mechanic had to unclinch the rusted bolt.
• After hours of tension, she finally unclinched her shoulders.
• The child unclinched his grip on the toy.