as in unfurled
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as in expanded
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 evolved
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 appeared
to come into view
the majestic landscape unfolded before us
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Recent Examples of unfolded
Rich Owen, Space.com, 19 Nov. 2025
In the comments, one user asks her to clarify how the conversation about moving in unfolded.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
But as the scandal unfolded, their leaders called emergency meetings to withdraw their support and pulled the plug on ads supporting him.
—Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
Key features: Weight 8.7 oz / 249 g, size 7 x 5.55 x 5.47 inches / 178 x 141 x 139 mm unfolded, battery up to 31 minutes, video resolution 4K, 2.7K, 1080p, frame rate 4K 30 FPS / 2.7K up to 60 FPS 1080p up to 60 FPS.
—Rich Owen, Space.com, 19 Nov. 2025
In the comments, one user asks her to clarify how the conversation about moving in unfolded.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
Verb
Other shootings over the weekend This shooting happened hours after a shooting unfolded in Duncanville.
—Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
But as the scandal unfolded, their leaders called emergency meetings to withdraw their support and pulled the plug on ads supporting him.
—Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unfolded
Adjective
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When unfurled, the inner side of the shroud reveals a logo combining the numbers 2 and 8.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Liability protections for officers and directors were also expanded.—
Evonne Andris,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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Under the leadership of former CEOs, including the late Thomas Storrs and Hugh McColl, Gentry was part of a team that expanded the bank far beyond North Carolina’s border.—
Chase Jordan
April 9,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, China has evolved into an innovation leader, scoring major deals with global pharma companies to access the country’s early-stage science.—
Elsa Ohlen,
CNBC,
11 Apr. 2026
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Jordan’s 2023 royal wedding showcased a tradition that’s evolved to fit modern times.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
11 Apr. 2026
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Annie wondered if her predilection for Boy Talk had been living dormant in her body, the way chicken pox stayed quiet for decades and then bloomed into shingles.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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The patch of wildflowers first bloomed to little fanfare this spring.—
Sarah Bahari,
Dallas Morning News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Though last week's ceasefire appeared to hold, the showdown over the Strait of Hormuz risked reigniting hostilities and deepening the region-wide war's economic fallout.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Colbert said, as images of the president sitting and looking uncomfortable appeared onscreen.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
14 Apr. 2026
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The Kiss All The Time, Disco Occasionally singer opted for a black trench coat and raw edge blue denim jeans, with a crisp white, unbuttoned shirt underneath.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
20 Mar. 2026
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Paul Anthony Kelly opted for a classic silhouette in a black suit and crisp white shirt, left unbuttoned and forgoing a tie.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
4 Feb. 2026
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Suzuki opened the scoring with his 29th goal of the season, reaching the 100-point mark for the first time in his career.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Luostarinen opened the scoring just 23 seconds in, spinning into Samoskevich’s rebound and beating Woll from a tight angle.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
12 Apr. 2026
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Site planning work at West Burton has also progressed, including geotechnical surveys and environmental assessments.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Apr. 2026
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The character — best friend to Maddy (Alexa Demie) and Cassie (Sydney Sweeney) — initially stood out for her arc around body confidence and sexuality, but was increasingly pushed to the margins as the season progressed.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Unfolded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unfolded. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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