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as in expands
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 evolves
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 appears
to come into view
the majestic landscape unfolded before us
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Recent Examples of unfolds
Yet as the story unfolds, Scrooge himself learns the profound value of a pause through his transformative journey with the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come.
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Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
This cuvée continually unfolds in the glass - this is a memorable wine!
—Tom Hyland, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
As the process unfolds in coming months, stakeholders called for transparency from the chief judge and sheriff’s offices.
—Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 23 Dec. 2024
Final Thoughts While Blake Lively’s case unfolds in the public eye, the lessons extend far beyond Hollywood.
—Tom Spiggle, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
While in 2025 the foundations for the agentic web will be laid out, many variables will impact how this upcoming year unfolds.
—Cloris Chen, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Both will be in the spotlight during the week with their rehab in what could determine how Saturday’s game unfolds.
—Paul Dehner Jr., The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Disney believes Mufasa will pick up as the Christmas holiday corridor unfolds when weekdays are like Saturday or Sunday.
—Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Dec. 2024
The story unfolds at the fictional Truham Grammar School, centering on the endearing connection between British schoolboys Charlie Spring and Nick Nelson.
—Boutayna Chokrane, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
This cuvée continually unfolds in the glass - this is a memorable wine!
—Tom Hyland, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
As the process unfolds in coming months, stakeholders called for transparency from the chief judge and sheriff’s offices.
—Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 23 Dec. 2024
Final Thoughts While Blake Lively’s case unfolds in the public eye, the lessons extend far beyond Hollywood.
—Tom Spiggle, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
While in 2025 the foundations for the agentic web will be laid out, many variables will impact how this upcoming year unfolds.
—Cloris Chen, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Both will be in the spotlight during the week with their rehab in what could determine how Saturday’s game unfolds.
—Paul Dehner Jr., The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Disney believes Mufasa will pick up as the Christmas holiday corridor unfolds when weekdays are like Saturday or Sunday.
—Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Dec. 2024
The story unfolds at the fictional Truham Grammar School, centering on the endearing connection between British schoolboys Charlie Spring and Nick Nelson.
—Boutayna Chokrane, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unfolds
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The new step, announced by the White House on Wednesday, expands the PACT Act, a 2022 law that widened access to benefits and care for veterans exposed to burn pits used to dispose of trash and waste on military bases.Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
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Side Quest expands the Mythic Quest universe and looks at the impacts the game has on employees, players, and fans.Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 8 Jan. 2025
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Liverpool will have a seat on the board, and will be influential on how Nordstrom evolves.David Moin, WWD, 24 Dec. 2024
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Trauma evolves differently in everybody.K.J. Yossman, Variety, 24 Dec. 2024
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Your mother also appears in the film.Damon Wise, Deadline, 8 Jan. 2025
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And this process appears to be well underway.Garrison Lovely, TIME, 8 Jan. 2025
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Mickey 17 now opens March 7, 2025, while Sinners bows on April 18, 2025.Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Dec. 2024
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The new series of the British crime drama opens with a disturbing mystery, when the death of an elderly woman found in a cave has the team asking what drives a person to murder someone so vulnerable.Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Dec. 2024
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Based on historical trends, travelers can expect that thousands more flights will be disrupted as the day progresses.Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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As the winter storm progresses, more updates are expected from local authorities to guide residents and travelers through potentially dangerous conditions.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
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But the study shows luck can be a major factor, too, says Zipple.Jonathan Lambert, NPR, 8 Jan. 2025
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The bow itself shows no signs of slowing down for 2025, especially not with high-profile stars like Fanning and Demi Moore wearing them to awards shows.Kara Nesvig, Allure, 8 Jan. 2025
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The reason is the Drake Passage, the channel that extends between the tip of South America and Antarctica’s King George Island, considered one of the roughest bodies of water in the world due to powerful currents unimpeded by any land mass.Laurie Werner, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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The connection extends to the rest of the staff; Golden and special teams coordinator Marty Biagi teach the same fundamentals about ball disruption, so two phases rep the same things.Matt Baker, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
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There isn't much that grows in the barren ground here, but Taleb points out fledgling mint, garlic and potato plants.Jane Arraf, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
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However, there is a fundamental challenge in quantum computing space, as an increasing number of errors arise as the system grows in complexity with a higher number of qubits.Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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