release the catch

Examples (10)

• Fran released the catch on the door, then turned to say goodbye.
• To open the old chest, you must first release the rusty catch.
• The operator carefully releases the safety catch before starting the machine.
• I will release the catch on the gate as soon as you arrive.
• The catch was released with a click, and the suitcase sprang open.
• If you release that catch, the window will swing open.
• Releasing the catch on the trap required a special tool.
• He had already released the catch on his briefcase when the alarm sounded.
• You can release the catch by pressing the red button.
• She gently released the tiny silver catch on her jewelry box.