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as in expands
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 evolves
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 appears
to come into view
the majestic landscape unfolded before us
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Recent Examples of unfolds
On land, the idea of villeggiatura unfolds through Belmond’s Italian hotels, says Saad, including Hotel Cipriani in Venice, Splendido on the Riviera, Caruso on the Amalfi Coast and Villa San Michele, reopening in Florence in 2026.
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Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Still, the most transformative (and perhaps) tempting storyline of 2026 unfolds from within.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
As Benedict madly searches for his Lady in Silver, Sophie’s story unfolds elsewhere, a heartbreaking, decades-spanning tale about power dynamics and class divides.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 29 Jan. 2026
As the first film in his Before trilogy — each film shot nine years apart — Before Sunrise unfolds as one of cinema’s most sustained explorations of love and the passage of time, highlighting the human experience through chance encounters and conversation.
—Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 29 Jan. 2026
In an adjoining Victorian cabin is Il Baretto, the restaurant’s cocktail bar, where après unfolds around a fire pit with a DJ.
—Amy Tara Koch, Robb Report, 29 Jan. 2026
This film is a meticulous and brilliantly crafted example of how a single idea, which unfolds with vision and ingenuity, can expand our way of seeing the world around us.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 28 Jan. 2026
The Baltimore Sun is tracking the latest forecasts, advisories, closures and emergency preparations from state and local agencies, along with how residents, businesses and institutions are responding as the storm approaches and unfolds.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 22 Jan. 2026
The National Weather Service has expanded its Winter Storm Watch to include most of North Georgia and the metro Atlanta area, saying significant ice accumulation is possible as a complex winter storm unfolds across the eastern United States.
—Troy Bridges, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Still, the most transformative (and perhaps) tempting storyline of 2026 unfolds from within.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
As Benedict madly searches for his Lady in Silver, Sophie’s story unfolds elsewhere, a heartbreaking, decades-spanning tale about power dynamics and class divides.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 29 Jan. 2026
As the first film in his Before trilogy — each film shot nine years apart — Before Sunrise unfolds as one of cinema’s most sustained explorations of love and the passage of time, highlighting the human experience through chance encounters and conversation.
—Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 29 Jan. 2026
In an adjoining Victorian cabin is Il Baretto, the restaurant’s cocktail bar, where après unfolds around a fire pit with a DJ.
—Amy Tara Koch, Robb Report, 29 Jan. 2026
This film is a meticulous and brilliantly crafted example of how a single idea, which unfolds with vision and ingenuity, can expand our way of seeing the world around us.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 28 Jan. 2026
The Baltimore Sun is tracking the latest forecasts, advisories, closures and emergency preparations from state and local agencies, along with how residents, businesses and institutions are responding as the storm approaches and unfolds.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 22 Jan. 2026
The National Weather Service has expanded its Winter Storm Watch to include most of North Georgia and the metro Atlanta area, saying significant ice accumulation is possible as a complex winter storm unfolds across the eastern United States.
—Troy Bridges, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unfolds
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Accessibility There is one fully accessible treehouse (and more ADA rooms to come as Lovango expands in future phases).—
Todd Plummer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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Advocate expands educational opportunities for workers The health system is also prioritizing long-term career growth.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Jan. 2026
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What begins as a handful of scrappy scripts, dashboards, and internal workflows slowly evolves into something more structured.—
Abdo Riani,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Arizonans traveling east this weekend should plan for delays, monitor airline alerts and be ready for changing conditions as the storm evolves.—
Hayleigh Evans,
AZCentral.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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From a risk-reward standpoint, the current valuation appears to be an attractive buying opportunity, in our opinion.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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After stepping away from agents, what appears to be a gun is visible in his waistband.—
Greg Wehner , Matt Finn,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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His original sketches and the finished product—which opens and closes like a vintage sliding travel clock—are remarkably similar.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
31 Jan. 2026
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The Survivor Café officially opens tomorrow, and reservations are available online.—
Tania Francois,
CBS News,
31 Jan. 2026
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In about two-thirds of patients, the disease rapidly progresses, and coma can strike within five to seven days.—
Michal Ruprecht,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
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As the song progresses, more elements—slow-moving filter sweeps, waltzing arpeggios, a deep and doomy bassline—appear and disappear, moving into the fore of the stereo field before corroding and flaking away.—
Dash Lewis,
Pitchfork,
29 Jan. 2026
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Christmas Cactus Although the Christmas cactus blooms a few weeks later than the Thanksgiving cactus, in terms of fertilization, they are treated the same—no fertilizer in January.—
Nadia Hassani,
The Spruce,
21 Jan. 2026
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Romance blooms through healing conversations, forgiveness or quiet revelations in solitude, or with friends.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
17 Jan. 2026
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Video shows Thompson walking down the sidewalk outside the hotel when a man approaches from behind and opens fire.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Hinton’s work shows how institutions—from urban police to public housing and segregated, underfunded schools—have, through their practices, entrenched a racially unjust status quo.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
30 Jan. 2026
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The lane – one used to absorb traffic during construction work – extends from just north of Paddock Road to State Route 562, also known as the Norwood Lateral.—
Patricia Gallagher Newberry,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
27 Jan. 2026
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Support sits at $245, while resistance is near $260 and extends to $265.—
Nishant Pant,
CNBC,
27 Jan. 2026
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