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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
Beyond the fanciful iron entry gates and a petite courtyard perfect for parking scooters and bikes, a complicated layout unfolds over five floors and two conjoined buildings that include a series of internal courtyards and terraces, one of which has an 83-foot-tall rock-climbing wall.
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Mark David, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2024
The biggest Oktoberfest in the world still unfolds in Munich, where the annual party draws some 6 million visitors over 16 days.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2024
As the plot unfolds, Jimmy also resorts to blackmail and murder when his career and livelihood are threatened.
—Christian Holub, EW.com, 3 Oct. 2024
The plot unfolds during the one-night stand of two characters known as only The Lady (Willa Fitzgerald) and The Demon (Kyle Gallner).
—Rudie Obias, Variety, 3 Oct. 2024
As the afternoon unfolds, each member of the ensemble has to find his own way of making peace with the inevitability of change.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 2 Oct. 2024
As the conversation unfolds, attendees can expect Colbert to delve into Bon Jovi’s experiences that led to iconic moments, including the band’s 2018 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 1 Oct. 2024
The story in season 1 unfolds really slowly.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2024
The story in Season 1 unfolds really slowly.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Mark David, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2024
The biggest Oktoberfest in the world still unfolds in Munich, where the annual party draws some 6 million visitors over 16 days.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2024
As the plot unfolds, Jimmy also resorts to blackmail and murder when his career and livelihood are threatened.
—Christian Holub, EW.com, 3 Oct. 2024
The plot unfolds during the one-night stand of two characters known as only The Lady (Willa Fitzgerald) and The Demon (Kyle Gallner).
—Rudie Obias, Variety, 3 Oct. 2024
As the afternoon unfolds, each member of the ensemble has to find his own way of making peace with the inevitability of change.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 2 Oct. 2024
As the conversation unfolds, attendees can expect Colbert to delve into Bon Jovi’s experiences that led to iconic moments, including the band’s 2018 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 1 Oct. 2024
The story in season 1 unfolds really slowly.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2024
The story in Season 1 unfolds really slowly.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unfolds
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American Cinematheque Cinematic Void expands their monthly installment of cult film screenings with four supernatural scarers in honor of Halloween, all on 35mm at the Los Feliz 3.Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 4 Oct. 2024
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As the program expands, O'Brien’s priority is ensuring that every single experience is consistently excellent for the patient.Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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As healthcare evolves, data drives decision-making, improves outcomes and reduces administrative burdens.Arpan Saxena, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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This should include ongoing training and monitoring to ensure responsible use and adaptation as AI technology evolves.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
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Researchers also have discovered a virus of fungi that appears to infect weaker strains of Bd — pathogens for the pathogen, in other words.Martin J. Kernan, Discover Magazine, 16 Nov. 2024
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That phenomenon occurs when the moon appears larger and brighter than normal because of the sun’s closer-than-usual position to Earth.Rick Hurd, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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Inside, the grand foyer opens to a spectacular two-story great room, showcasing expert craftsmanship with a soaring cathedral ceiling and intricate beam work, a stone fireplace, and large windows that fill the space with natural light.Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 4 Oct. 2024
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Night Cat Pop-up Camping Tent The Night Cat upgraded pop-up tent opens in three seconds and packs away much smaller than traditional models, thanks to a simple fold mechanism.Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 4 Oct. 2024
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As research progresses, there is hope that these new strategies will provide patients with better options for recovery, reducing the physical and emotional toll of scarring.Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
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Yet as the novel progresses, Wojnicz is unable to disregard disturbing events.Bekah Waalkes, The Atlantic, 3 Oct. 2024
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For instance, research shows that during puberty, there are unique differences in how muscle develops in boys versus girls.Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 15 Nov. 2024
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Inception Mining's balance sheet as of September 30, 2024, shows total assets of $3,244 and a working capital deficit of $3,439,237, indicating insufficient working capital for the next twelve months.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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The piece flirts with themes of nature—bacchanalian horns, rumbles of summer thunder, floral harp flourishes—but extends past the physical.The New Yorker, The New Yorker, 4 Oct. 2024
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Its policies appear somewhat more aligned with what is in the Massachusetts ballot petition, as decriminalization extends beyond psilocybin to also include ibogaine, mescaline and dimethyltryptamine.Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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As the user base grows, the demand for support increases.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Even in a more benign scenario, its researchers also see Israel’s gross domestic product per head — which in recent years overtook the United Kingdom’s — falling this year, as Israel’s population grows faster than the economy and living standards decline.Hanna Ziady, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
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