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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
As this event unfolds, its historic potential hangs heavy in the air.
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Briana Waxman, CNN Money, 10 Nov. 2025
Much of this lovely, cerebral film unfolds in a cozy Manhattan high-rise, a Christmas tree twinkling in the background as snow falls outside.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Nov. 2025
Thompson fuels the twisty, sexy and deadly night that unfolds with dangerous allure.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
The series that unfolds over the seven of nine episodes that were made available to critics is unique to say the least, though not entirely without precedent.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2025
Set in contemporary London, Fuze unfolds after an unexploded World War II bomb is unearthed at a busy construction site, forcing a massive citywide evacuation.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 6 Nov. 2025
The game play or the drama unfolds in a way that really matches that character’s atmosphere or that character’s aura.
—Abid Rahman, HollywoodReporter, 2 Nov. 2025
That has given them a buffer and momentum which, while unseen in the final league table, has a huge bearing on how a season unfolds.
—Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 31 Oct. 2025
The story unfolds against the backdrop of China’s dramatic economic transformation from the 1970s to the present.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
Briana Waxman, CNN Money, 10 Nov. 2025
Much of this lovely, cerebral film unfolds in a cozy Manhattan high-rise, a Christmas tree twinkling in the background as snow falls outside.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Nov. 2025
Thompson fuels the twisty, sexy and deadly night that unfolds with dangerous allure.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
The series that unfolds over the seven of nine episodes that were made available to critics is unique to say the least, though not entirely without precedent.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2025
Set in contemporary London, Fuze unfolds after an unexploded World War II bomb is unearthed at a busy construction site, forcing a massive citywide evacuation.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 6 Nov. 2025
The game play or the drama unfolds in a way that really matches that character’s atmosphere or that character’s aura.
—Abid Rahman, HollywoodReporter, 2 Nov. 2025
That has given them a buffer and momentum which, while unseen in the final league table, has a huge bearing on how a season unfolds.
—Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 31 Oct. 2025
The story unfolds against the backdrop of China’s dramatic economic transformation from the 1970s to the present.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unfolds
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This foldable tote bag packs flat, expands instantly, and can carry souvenirs, beach gear, or laundry.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Nov. 2025
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That's how the music conveys that, expands it.—
Gerrad Hall,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Nov. 2025
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But as consumers' perception of value evolves, and their wallets tighten, some surprising stalwarts in the sit-down sector are making a comeback.—
Rob Wile,
NBC news,
6 Nov. 2025
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And as the audio space evolves into whatever comes next — the network’s foundation ensures its relevance.—
Jessica Bennett,
VIBE.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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The 25-year-old Chiefs receiver appears in a separate photo posted to the same Instagram account.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
8 Jan. 2026
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With a high-stakes battle for the 2026 midterms looming, the Evergreen State appears poised to join the trend of states using congressional redistricting for partisan advantage.—
Center Square,
The Washington Examiner,
8 Jan. 2026
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Unlike flip-style Razr models, this device opens outward into a tablet-like form factor built for productivity and immersive media.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
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Season 10 opens in the shadow of a devastating explosion, with the women left to pick up the pieces.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
6 Jan. 2026
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But the reality for him, fairly or unfairly, is that if some of the habits persist, the smoke may turn to fire as the season progresses.—
Scott Wheeler,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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As the show progresses, flashbacks also reveal parts of many of the characters' pasts.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
7 Nov. 2025
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The plant typically blooms in early January and can grow up to 15 feet tall in zones 6-10.—
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
3 Jan. 2026
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To shield the latter from the street outside, flowers and other foliage were planted to create a small forestlike privacy garden that blooms in the spring and summer.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
14 Dec. 2025
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Dak Brinkley shows pass rushing ability KU freshman defensive end Dak Brinkley recorded the first two sacks of his college career on back-to-back plays in the second quarter.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
9 Nov. 2025
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The atlas shows routes spanning from Spain to Syria, connecting more than 5,000 ancient settlements.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Her win extends Democratic control of the governor’s mansion to a third consecutive term and cements her status as one of the party’s rising national figures.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
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Growing skepticism in American society about the value of multilateralism extends to economic issues.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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