as in opened
to arrange the parts of (something) over a wider area
after the protestors had unfurled their banner, it stretched from one side of the visitors' gallery to the other
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Recent Examples of unfurled
Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Designer Philippe Starck and textiles maker Bonotto and its owner Giovanni Bonnotto were also awarded at the ceremony that unfurled at the Osaka Expo Italian pavilion.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2025
Similarly touching sentiments had been expressed during Wrexham’s first two games back in the Championship, including a banner reading ‘Mr Wrexham’ that was unfurled before kick-off at Southampton on the opening day.
—Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
Freeman tied on an apron, unfurled an olive-green wrap encasing his chef’s knife and set up behind a metal counter facing the empty dining room.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 20 Aug. 2025
In their open letter, RBO staff expressed solidarity with the dancer who unfurled the Palestinian flag.
—Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2025
The flag Each year, Hudson's unfurled the biggest American flag in the world.
—Elissa Robinson, Detroit Free Press, 23 Dec. 2024
Fangio immediately sent five rushers, and Daniels unfurled a 51-yard completion to Dyami Brown, who beat Slay deep downfield.
—Brooks Kubena, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Taking the stage to accept the honor (Mars was not present at the show), Rosé unfurled a pre-written note and read a well-thought-out, personal speech.
—Joe Lynch, Billboard, 3 Sep. 2019
Adjective
Events unfurled to the rhythm of only one racket.
—Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Designer Philippe Starck and textiles maker Bonotto and its owner Giovanni Bonnotto were also awarded at the ceremony that unfurled at the Osaka Expo Italian pavilion.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2025
Similarly touching sentiments had been expressed during Wrexham’s first two games back in the Championship, including a banner reading ‘Mr Wrexham’ that was unfurled before kick-off at Southampton on the opening day.
—Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
Freeman tied on an apron, unfurled an olive-green wrap encasing his chef’s knife and set up behind a metal counter facing the empty dining room.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 20 Aug. 2025
In their open letter, RBO staff expressed solidarity with the dancer who unfurled the Palestinian flag.
—Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2025
The flag Each year, Hudson's unfurled the biggest American flag in the world.
—Elissa Robinson, Detroit Free Press, 23 Dec. 2024
Fangio immediately sent five rushers, and Daniels unfurled a 51-yard completion to Dyami Brown, who beat Slay deep downfield.
—Brooks Kubena, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Taking the stage to accept the honor (Mars was not present at the show), Rosé unfurled a pre-written note and read a well-thought-out, personal speech.
—Joe Lynch, Billboard, 3 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unfurled
Verb
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Then, the Oversight Committee later released 33,000 files on Epstein, just hours after the discharge petition opened.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Sep. 2025
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The trailer opened with Bryant writing a letter to her longtime frenemy Huger.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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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.—
Chris McMullen,
Space.com,
9 July 2025
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It is said to measure just 4.54mm in the unfolded state, which doesn’t beat the Oppo foldable but gets very close.—
Prakhar Khanna,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
Verb
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Tesla's board has urged shareholders to vote against a proposal calling for a political neutrality policy, which would have expanded board oversight of Musk's political activities.—
Akash Sriram,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
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In recent years, Chanel has expanded its support for cinema, which now encompasses everything from costume design to film restoration, in addition to initiatives geared at fostering the next generation of movie directors.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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It can be styled in endless ways: buttoned fully for extra sophistication, layered with a sweater on top for warmth, or left unbuttoned for an effortless coastal grandma look.—
Anna Popp,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Aug. 2025
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The 21-year-old victim fell asleep in the backseat of Chami's car after a late night at a Galveston saloon and reportedly woke up in the front seat of his car parked near a school with her shorts unbuttoned.—
Alexandra Koch , Brooke Taylor,
FOXNews.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The cells extended nerve fibers in both directions, toward the head and tail, to connect with the host spinal tissue.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Sep. 2025
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The takeaway came one play after the Cowboys’ drive was extended by a personal foul on Eagles safety Reed Blankenship on a third-and-22.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Kehl went unit to unit checking for unlocked doors before happening upon the Ferrell’s condo on the 34th floor, police say.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
3 Sep. 2025
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This brings the final price down to $999 for the 256GB model, representing a 23% discount for the unlocked phone.—
Janhoi McGregor,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Unfurled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unfurled. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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