UNWRAP Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

unwrap

verb

Definition of unwrap

as in to uncover

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as in to untie

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Recent Examples of unwrap Finally, Mawhinney asked Mel B to unwrap a tiny envelope hidden inside the red buzzer in front of each one of them. — Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026 Carefully unwrap the ribs and return them to the smoker uncovered. — Staff, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026 Qualcomm used its investor day event in New York this week to unwrap a new family of components for data centers. — Rob Pegoraro, PC Magazine, 26 June 2026 To understand how, there are a couple of foundational technologies to quickly unwrap. — New Atlas, 21 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for unwrap

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There’s a place for topical solutions and other hair loss treatments (including minoxidil), but blood tests are the first step to uncovering the underlying cause of shedding.

— Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 2 Oct. 2026
Judges and prosecutors who had uncovered and investigated the corruption emerged from that period with extraordinary political authority, presenting themselves as a check on a political class that had failed the Brazilian people.

— MATIAS SPEKTOR, Foreign Affairs, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of uncover

Verb

This and that Why yes, Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis does in fact play with his shoelaces untied.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026
Most versions of the story focus on the shock ending, the moment the ribbon comes untied and Jenny’s head plops to the floor.

— Jennifer Givhan, PEOPLE, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of untie

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The company has also been deliberate in unwinding its previous reliance on legacy franchises, such as the Dunk and Air Force 1 shoes.

— Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026
Both were open even during Lee’s December visit, with views over Yoyogi Park providing a picturesque setting to unwind after hours of exploring.

— Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 30 Sep. 2026

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