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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Rather than treating negative reactions as a definitive failure, founders can use them to identify what resonates, uncover unmet needs and determine which assumptions need to change.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026
The hoard, uncovered by metal detectorist Kalle Lappinen, was found near the village center of Sysmä, a town about 105 miles northeast of Helsinki.

— Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of uncover

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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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Vacations were a way for Diana to unwind and get away from prying eyes.

— Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 26 Sep. 2026
And Hive has space to unwind under the starry night sky or below the ocean’s surface, thanks to an underwater lounge and an observation lounge with a retractable roof.

— Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of unwind

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