unbolted

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Arrays of Russian sensors to sniff, scour and study the planet’s environment may have to be unbolted and replaced and a non-Russian launcher rocket found if the suspension of their collaboration becomes a lasting rupture.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 27, 2022

For example, a converted 1991 Porsche can be unbolted and retuned back to its original state.

From The Verge • Nov. 22, 2021

Even the America’s Cup was finally unbolted from its display case at the New York Yacht Club after 132 years.

From The Guardian • May 4, 2018

The impact unbolted a large crystal chandelier above the ambassador’s desk that missed his head by inches.

From The New Yorker • May 13, 2016

The guard unbolted Matthias’ shackles, and as soon as the chains dropped into the sand, he leapt onto the ladder with the announcer to be lifted to safety.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo