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as in to expand
to arrange the parts of (something) over a wider area
carefully unfold that antique map so that it doesn't tear
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as in to evolve
to gradually become clearer or more detailed
as the situation unfolded, it became clear that more help would be needed the movie became more interesting once the mystery began to unfold
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as in to appear
to come into view
the majestic landscape unfolded before us
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Recent Examples of unfold
The Dallas Police Department is investigating another deadly shooting along Linfield Road that unfolded half a day after another similar incident.
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Matthew Ablon,
CBS News,
28 June 2026
What unfolded in the meantime was a population improvising its own search.
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Luis E. Romero,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
There is so much left to unfold.
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Charlotte Varnes,
New York Times,
27 June 2026
These projects unfolded over a period of five years.
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Tim Carter,
Hartford Courant,
27 June 2026
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Matthew Ablon,
CBS News,
28 June 2026
What unfolded in the meantime was a population improvising its own search.
—
Luis E. Romero,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
There is so much left to unfold.
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Charlotte Varnes,
New York Times,
27 June 2026
These projects unfolded over a period of five years.
—
Tim Carter,
Hartford Courant,
27 June 2026
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Love’s Travel Stops just expanded its service offerings for RVs, including light maintenance, battery replacement and tire replacement.
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California's new personal finance graduation requirement The lessons come as California prepares to expand financial education statewide.
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Thematically, Maciek said, the costumes’ evolving colors tell their own story throughout the show.
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Workforce needs, customer expectations, and business conditions evolve, and leaders have to be willing to adjust if the model stops delivering results.
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In the summer, Lake Louise Gondola soars over lush alpine meadows and blooming fields of wildflowers.
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Lilacs are one of spring's timeless blooming shrubs, cherished for their beautiful, fragrant blossoms.
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This part of the deal appears to come naturally to Chavarria, who returned to Paris on Friday afternoon for his fourth season at the Men’s Fashion Week.
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The president also appears to be counting the South Carolina runoff for governor as two wins after endorsing both candidates in that race.
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The global index provider extended Indonesia’s status as an emerging market after freezing the country’s stocks in its indexes in January, citing investability concerns.
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Tuesday’s ruling declares the case a class action and extends the order nationwide.
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The utility attributed the higher costs to broader market dynamics, including more expensive wholesale electricity and growing demand from large users such as manufacturers and data centers across PJM’s 13-state grid.
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The spectacle gave rise to self-starters like Ai who sought to cash in on the growing hype.
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For something dreamier, A Midsummer Night’s Dream theme pairs flower garlands and fairy lights with pretty appetizers and edible floral cocktails.
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After flowering, look for black berries that attract birds.
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Delta flight attendant graduation ceremonies often take place at the Delta Flight Museum near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, shown here on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.
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His view comes despite some opinion polls showing the Republican Party has a higher disapproval rating.
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“Unfold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unfold. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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