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
Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2026
This week’s conversations unfolded days after the White House rolled out its blueprint for national legislation to regulate AI — one that predictably took a lighter touch.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 30 Mar. 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
Legendary street artist and activist Shepard Fairey was omnipresent at the High Desert Art Fair, which unfolded in and around Pioneertown over two unseasonably hot days last weekend.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2026
This week’s conversations unfolded days after the White House rolled out its blueprint for national legislation to regulate AI — one that predictably took a lighter touch.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 30 Mar. 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
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The war in Iran and the ensuing collapse in traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has driven more cargo to Pakistani ports and effectively expanded their role in wider trade throughout South and Southeast Asia.—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
1 Apr. 2026
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To help financially vulnerable property owners get through taxes, Bristol offers senior volunteer tax credits and senior circuit-breaker programs, and has expanded its veterans tax exemptions.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
1 Apr. 2026
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As with toppers, the mattress industry has significantly evolved from the days of wooden bases.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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As the tradition spread, the offerings evolved from eggs to candy.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
4 Apr. 2026
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Their work partnership soon bloomed into an illicit romance.—
Marc Weingarten,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Mar. 2026
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Many of his works centered on those who died as the AIDS crisis bloomed across the city, stealing friends, acquaintances, and fellow artists.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
30 Mar. 2026
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Earlier in the day, Vance appeared at a Republican fundraising event in the city, according to someone familiar with the matter.—
Gabe Kaminsky,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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The viral video appeared to take that emphasis to an extreme, leaning heavily into dramatic editing choices more commonly associated with cinematic productions than traditional albums.—
Claire Dodds,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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The Kiss All The Time, Disco Occasionally singer opted for a black trench coat and raw edge blue denim jeans, with a crisp white, unbuttoned shirt underneath.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
20 Mar. 2026
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Paul Anthony Kelly opted for a classic silhouette in a black suit and crisp white shirt, left unbuttoned and forgoing a tie.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
4 Feb. 2026
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In 2002, the city opened its first havnebad, a public harbor bath, and Leonardsen, along with thousands of her neighbors, took the plunge.—
Eric Klinenberg,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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The three combined hits are the lowest total for a game at Progressive Field, which opened in 1994.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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Jerkins’ family operation included his cousin, Robert Smith, known as Big Bert, with whom Brandy began a clandestine relationship as the recording progressed.—
Jackson Howard,
Pitchfork,
29 Mar. 2026
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By now, the space was packed, and conversation progressed at shouting volumes.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Unfolded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unfolded. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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