unplugged

adjective

un·​plugged ˌən-ˈpləgd How to pronounce unplugged (audio)
: acoustic sense 2
an unplugged performance

Examples of unplugged in a Sentence

The band's latest album was unplugged.
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So as summer approaches, plan your unplugged time boldly. Esmt Berlin, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025 The couple wed on June 29 at the Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel in Cali in an unplugged ceremony with their closest family, friends, and adorable dog. Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 16 July 2025 These unplugged wells can leak oil, natural gas and toxins into waterways and air. Camila Domonoske, NPR, 7 July 2025 The unplugged version of the track featuring Bieber dropped in September 2023. Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 24 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for unplugged

Word History

First Known Use

1968, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unplugged was in 1968

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“Unplugged.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unplugged. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.

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unplugged

adjective
un·​plugged ˌən-ˈpləgd How to pronounce unplugged (audio)
: acoustic sense 2
an unplugged performance

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