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as in expanding
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 evolving
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 flowering
to produce flowers
the rosebud unfolded literally overnight
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as in appearing
to come into view
the majestic landscape unfolded before us
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Recent Examples of unfolding
Two state investigations are unfolding into the tragedy as employees, victims’ families and company owners offer differing accounts of the hour before floodwaters overtook the area.
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Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
Iran, a key player in this unfolding drama, contributes significantly to the global oil market.
—Robert Daugherty, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Tonight, our country is facing several unfolding crises.
—Stefan Becket, CBS News, 2 Oct. 2024
In December, the First Street Foundation created one of the first clear pictures of how this demographic change is unfolding.
—Abrahm Lustgarten, ProPublica, 2 Oct. 2024
The attack appears to be unfolding in waves.
—Fox News, 2 Oct. 2024
Israel and Jordan also have closed their airspace as the attack is unfolding.
—Fox News, 2 Oct. 2024
As the events were unfolding, several of us went in.
—Josh Boak and Didi Tang, Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2024
Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
Iran, a key player in this unfolding drama, contributes significantly to the global oil market.
—Robert Daugherty, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Tonight, our country is facing several unfolding crises.
—Stefan Becket, CBS News, 2 Oct. 2024
In December, the First Street Foundation created one of the first clear pictures of how this demographic change is unfolding.
—Abrahm Lustgarten, ProPublica, 2 Oct. 2024
The attack appears to be unfolding in waves.
—Fox News, 2 Oct. 2024
Israel and Jordan also have closed their airspace as the attack is unfolding.
—Fox News, 2 Oct. 2024
As the events were unfolding, several of us went in.
—Josh Boak and Didi Tang, Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unfolding
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The show is also expanding its character roster, introducing more pop culture-relevant figures alongside familiar faces.Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
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This month, repertory theaters in New York and Los Angeles have plenty of offerings to get those lungs expanding and heart beating.Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 4 Oct. 2024
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That’s why businesses should regularly review and tune their security alerts and controls to keep pace with evolving threats while ensuring employees have secure ways to collaborate and do their jobs effectively.Josh Orrison, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Organizations need to invest in training programs that enhance their skill sets, particularly in data analysis and AI applications, to stay relevant in a rapidly evolving work environment.Santhosh Vijayabaskar, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The charges stem from the documents, attributed to the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency and National Security Agency, appearing last month on a channel of the Telegram messaging app.Eric Tucker, The Denver Post, 14 Nov. 2024
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Now, some of those thresholds are appearing more likely to be crossed, and with less runway to turn the situation around.Evan Bush, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
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The habits and mindsets that brought you success at one stage of your career might hold you back from progressing to the next level.Cara Heilmann, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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After this recent stratospheric flight, which was supported by the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense Research and Engineering and the Rapid Prototyping Programs, AV will continue aggressively progressing Horus A towards operational employment.Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2024
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Great guests engage, make polite conversation and put the focus on others by showing an interest in them.Marni Jameson, arkansasonline.com, 5 Oct. 2024
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This update comes with significant security and privacy upgrades, and with the current state of threats on the Android platform showing no signs of abating, delays are unwelcome.Zak Doffman, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Stryve Foods is addressing liquidity constraints and evaluating strategies to enhance its liquidity position, including potential equity offerings and extending debt terms.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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The company has borrowed $5,935,000 through promissory notes for extending the combination period and for working capital purposes.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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Things can take a turn on the fifth or sixth day of your injection protocol, once a bunch of follicles are growing.Erica Sloan, SELF, 4 Oct. 2024
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However, this research adds to a growing body of work exploring innovative treatments to improve healing from severe skin wounds.Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
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Looking ahead, the market for music catalogs shows signs of stability and potential growth, with projections indicating steady multiples in the coming years.Kori Hale, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The strike came at the peak of the holiday season at the ports, which handle about half the cargo from ships coming into and out of the United States.Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Unfolding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unfolding. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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