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unblocking

[/ʌnˈblɒkɪŋ/]
noun/verb (gerund)
desbloqueio
1. The action of removing an obstruction or barrier that prevents movement, access, or progress
The unblocking of the road allowed traffic to resume.
O desbloqueio da estrada permitiu que o tráfego fosse retomado.
2. In digital contexts, the act of removing a restriction or ban that prevents access to content, communication, or services
Unblocking a user on social media allows them to contact you again.
O desbloqueio de um usuário nas redes sociais permite que ele o contate novamente.
3. In psychology or coaching, the process of overcoming mental or emotional obstacles
Therapy helped with the unblocking of her creative potential.
A terapia ajudou no desbloqueio do seu potencial criativo.
Synonyms
clearingremovalopeningliberatingreleasing
Antonyms
blockingobstructionimpedimentrestriction

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desbloqueio
Most common term in Brazil for digital and physical contexts
São Paulo
desbloqueio
Standard usage across the state
Rio de Janeiro
desbloqueio
Standard usage in the region
Portugal
desbloqueio
Standard European Portuguese equivalent

Related Idioms & Phrases

unblock a drain
unblock a road
unblock creative flow
unblock someone on social media
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