unlatched
Example Sentences
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Tesla is recalling some 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles because the cars may fail to detect an unlatched hood after it has been opened.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 30, 2024
Tesla has issued a software update for more than 1.8 million vehicles in the US to fix a faulty notification system for unlatched bonnets, also known as hoods in the US.
From BBC • Jul. 30, 2024
It then entered a classroom by opening a door that happened to be unlatched and jumped onto a bookshelf, scattering some items — but it didn’t cause any major damage.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 4, 2023
Just before he hit the water, he unlatched the top of the vehicle, enabling him to pull himself out and swim to shore.
From Washington Post • Apr. 11, 2023
He unlatched and raised the hatch to the engine compartment.
From "The Road" by Cormac McCarthy
