unzips

verb

present tense third-person singular of unzip
as in unbuttons

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  1. unfurls
  2. unfolds
  3. unlocks
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  • Early in the film, Angela unfurls a rug onto the living room floor.
    — Emily Zemler, Architectural Digest, 10 July 2026
  • Then, Charisma unfurls a set of ultrasound images before the two share a kiss.
    — Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026
Definition of unfurls
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  • Cohen added that showcasing the local food scene and culture alongside all the drama that unfolds on a trip has become essential to these episodes.
    — Meredith Lepore, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Measurement platforms such as Tubular Labs evaluate creator performance across measurement windows of one, three, seven and 30 days because creator influence unfolds over time rather than in a single moment.
    — Zoe Soon, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of unfolds
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  • This legally unlocks the vehicle’s central gateway, giving mechanics immediate authorization to write data and clear service codes.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Being honest about the number first, not last, is what unlocks the better outcome.
    — Chris Ryan, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
Definition of unlocks
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