as in unfurled
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as in expanded
to arrange the parts of (something) over a wider area
carefully unfold that antique map so that it doesn't tear
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as in evolved
to gradually become clearer or more detailed
as the situation unfolded, it became clear that more help would be needed the movie became more interesting once the mystery began to unfold
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as in appeared
to come into view
the majestic landscape unfolded before us
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Recent Examples of unfolded
Rich Owen, Space.com, 19 Nov. 2025
In the comments, one user asks her to clarify how the conversation about moving in unfolded.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
What Elliot’s Story Is Really Showing Us Months later, the sanctuary reflected on everything that had unfolded.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
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.
—Rich Owen, Space.com, 19 Nov. 2025
In the comments, one user asks her to clarify how the conversation about moving in unfolded.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
Verb
Some passengers took to social media, describing long delays, limited updates and worsening conditions onboard as the situation unfolded.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
What Elliot’s Story Is Really Showing Us Months later, the sanctuary reflected on everything that had unfolded.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unfolded
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When unfurled, the inner side of the shroud reveals a logo combining the numbers 2 and 8.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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As information and knowledge expanded, staying current required a significant investment of their time.—
Bruce Broussard,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 2026
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After a test launch in Jacksonville and Orlando, Winn-Dixie expanded its same-day Amazon delivery partnership to Miami, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2026
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The Wine Kitchen, originally conceived as a wine store, has evolved into a full-service, seasonal restaurant with wine as the focus and one of the most popular restaurants in Leesburg, Virginia.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
25 Apr. 2026
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The program has evolved, placing food at the heart of the experience with the new Culinary Voyage.—
Karen Gardiner,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Apr. 2026
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In spring after the tree has bloomed, snip off a 3- to 5-inch branch, remove the bottom leaves, and dip the end in rooting hormone.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
23 Apr. 2026
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Place herb leaves on a baking sheet and roast in the oven until the herbs have dried and their aroma has bloomed, about 8 to 10 minutes.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Apr. 2026
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The Supreme Court on April 27 appeared divided over whether Bayer can be sued for failing to warn that the company’s Roundup weed killer may cause cancer, hearing arguments in a major case that could block thousands of lawsuits and shield the company from billions of dollars in potential liability.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Some have argued that social media activity amounts to citizen journalism, but mostly citizen journalism appeared to have been displaced or subsumed by social media.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The backstory Rosewood Amsterdam has serious history, hence my initial surprise at just how unbuttoned the hotel is.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Underneath the unbuttoned blazer, the star wore a black leather bra.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
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The Eagles opened the draft with two fourth-round picks.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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His office opened an investigation into the county assessment department in July 2023, according to the report.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
26 Apr. 2026
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That progressed slowly to sending each other nudes.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
27 Apr. 2026
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Morgan Rogers fired wide from the ensuing chance, yet the sweeping move — teasing passes before going through the gears as play progressed upfield — was what Villa often desire, but can sometime lack.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Unfolded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unfolded. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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