unspool

verb

Definition of unspoolnext
as in to uncoil

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Recent Examples of unspool This, in turn, could significantly simplify deployment, allowing robotic missions to unspool miles of sensing lines without the need for digging or complex installation. — Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 24 Mar. 2026 Much like his frenemy, Burgos takes his political messaging to the public via Instagram and TikTok, trying to unspool wonky and complicated housing policy in 60-second clips. — Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 23 Mar. 2026 Against that backdrop of very real terror, a different story starts to unspool, as Justin shares a series of recordings with Evy that have been sent to the podcast. — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 11 Mar. 2026 Bits and pieces of news about the crash and its aftermath will undoubtedly unspool over the next few days or weeks. — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 19 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unspool
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unspool
  1. uncoil
  2. unwind
  3. untangle
  4. unravel
  5. disentangle
  6. untwist
  7. unsnarl
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  • If one were to uncoil the long history of US engagement with Latin America, from the halls of Montezuma to the cells of CECOT, what was the most successful period?
    — Max Saltman, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026
  • Young helped uncoil her and stretch her out.
    — Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 30 Jan. 2026
Definition of uncoil
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  • The amenity spread includes a sauna and cold plunge, which Pine probably could have used for unwinding after dealing with any local Trekkies.
    — Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 14 July 2026
  • Cortina, the hotel's fanciest restaurant, applies Northern Italian techniques to Montana ingredients like bison and venison, while the 11,000-square-foot spa gives guests a place to unwind after a day on the slopes or the trails.
    — Jesse Ashlock, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 July 2026
Definition of unwind
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  • Watch fishermen untangle nets and potter about their wooden caiques as you dine.
    — Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2026
  • Mike walked up and down the boat, untangling lines, re-tying lures, and helping anyone who needed it.
    — Matthew Every, Outdoor Life, 8 July 2026
Definition of untangle
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  • The truce unraveled after both sides resumed attacks on each other’s military installations and other infrastructure.
    — Jon Gambrell, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026
  • The team got a preview of Brazil after the pair of friendlies earlier this June, including the atmosphere and how top teams will look to unravel their approach.
    — Tamerra Griffin, New York Times, 20 July 2026
Definition of unravel
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  • Lydia Kiesling’s Mobility attempts something at once more traditional and more ambitious, exploring how a young woman tries to disentangle herself from the oil industry’s poisonous tendrils.
    — Robert Rubsam, The Atlantic, 20 July 2026
  • The unique shape of these events meant that signals from wakes could be more easily disentangled from surrounding noise.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of disentangle
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  • If the testicle is not untwisted within hours, it can be lost.
    — Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 25 June 2026
  • Daily untwisted the beer bottle cap, poured it into his shoe, and took a healthy swig, standing up for dramatic effect.
    — Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 3 June 2026
Definition of untwist
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  • How to unsnarl the emotions that play tug-of-war with our souls?
    — Michael Schulman, New Yorker, 15 Dec. 2025
  • During the recent supply-chain crisis, XPO helped unsnarl bottlenecks for customers in several industries.
    — Joann S. Lublin, Time, 27 Nov. 2022
Definition of unsnarl

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