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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
The decoy unfolds from a compact square box and inflates into a full-size F-35 replica within minutes.
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2025
As Combs’s legal case unfolds, his children have rallied around him, defending their father while fiercely protecting Porter’s legacy.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
This multi-level facility unfolds to reveal a waiting room, patient rooms, and operating rooms, each of which are spacious and well-furnished.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
Their meeting unfolds at Ted's Restaurant, a historic eatery in Scarborough, Ontario, established in 1954.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
The film unfolds in a dreamy, meandering flow, following Mark around the world and into his home, gliding from the pressures of the octagon (where MMA athletes duke it out) to scenes of more quotidian domesticity.
—Richard Lawson, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2025
Feminist in tone and visually distinctive, the story unfolds in Belle Époque Paris through the eyes of the world’s first influencer.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 1 Oct. 2025
Bertino’s chamber piece unfolds over one torturous night and will be exclusive to Paramount’s streaming platform following its world premiere at Fantastic Fest in September.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2025
Currently listed for $26,000, this tiny home is delivered as a rectangular container that simply—get this—unfolds to create a fully functional living space.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2025
As Combs’s legal case unfolds, his children have rallied around him, defending their father while fiercely protecting Porter’s legacy.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
This multi-level facility unfolds to reveal a waiting room, patient rooms, and operating rooms, each of which are spacious and well-furnished.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
Their meeting unfolds at Ted's Restaurant, a historic eatery in Scarborough, Ontario, established in 1954.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
The film unfolds in a dreamy, meandering flow, following Mark around the world and into his home, gliding from the pressures of the octagon (where MMA athletes duke it out) to scenes of more quotidian domesticity.
—Richard Lawson, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2025
Feminist in tone and visually distinctive, the story unfolds in Belle Époque Paris through the eyes of the world’s first influencer.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 1 Oct. 2025
Bertino’s chamber piece unfolds over one torturous night and will be exclusive to Paramount’s streaming platform following its world premiere at Fantastic Fest in September.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2025
Currently listed for $26,000, this tiny home is delivered as a rectangular container that simply—get this—unfolds to create a fully functional living space.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unfolds
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Its extendable tabletop expands to give you extra room when entertaining, while two drawers tuck away remotes and other essentials.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Oct. 2025
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Throughout this month, the collaboration expands with a robust lineup of experiential programming, including live performances with Gibson, a Maxbone Joy happy hour, a special Derrick Adams x Bookmarc moment, among other events.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
2 Oct. 2025
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What begins as a professional relationship quickly evolves into something much more provocative.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Oct. 2025
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These pages may be updated with park-specific information as the situation evolves.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Oct. 2025
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His comments come as the right-wing party Reform UK appears to be leading in the polls.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Democrats’ most visible strategy appears to be trying to bum a few bucks from the grassroots—when the grassroots’ greatest power is in protest, boycott, and other unified mobilization efforts.—
Sarah Stankorb,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Each recommendation appears directly within the chat, and tapping a selection instantly opens the Spotify app for seamless listening.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Oct. 2025
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The lawsuit opens a new front in the legal battles the White House is waging against state and local officials, coming just hours after a federal judge blocked a similar deployment of the guard to Portland, Oregon.—
Dakin Andone,
CNN Money,
6 Oct. 2025
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The state will announce other closures as the project progresses, officials said.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Oct. 2025
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October does not typically begin with flannel-and-jeans weather, but Louisville is supposed to be gradually trending in that direction as the month progresses.—
Leo Bertucci,
Louisville Courier Journal,
2 Oct. 2025
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Hardy cyclamen is a perennial, which blooms in late summer to autumn with the leaves remaining evergreen throughout the winter.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
24 Sep. 2025
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Ragweed, which blooms at the same time, is the real culprit.—
Sheryl Geerts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Sep. 2025
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Two months after historic floods swept through the Milwaukee area, new data shows that nearly 2,200 homes throughout Milwaukee County sustained major damage or were destroyed.—
Claudia Levens,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, financial markets must continue to grapple with the ongoing government shutdown, which shows no signs of ending anytime soon and will keep key economic indicators under wraps.—
Danny Bakst,
Fortune,
6 Oct. 2025
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Though funding for aid programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, has been approved for October, said Emily Weikert Bryant, executive director of Feeding Indiana's Hungry, the program may be in trouble if the shutdown extends beyond that month.—
Marissa Meador,
IndyStar,
1 Oct. 2025
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From there, Hawes extends his arms and drives the defensive end out of contention for making the play.—
Joe Buscaglia,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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