26984 words

unfolds

5 definitions • 7 examples
1
to open or spread out something that has been folded:

Examples:

He watched her expression as she unfolded the letter.
She unfolded a deckchair and sat down.
2
If a situation or story unfolds, it develops or becomes clear to other people:

Examples:

Like a lot of people, I've watched the events of the last few days unfold on TV.
As the plot unfolds, you gradually realize that all your initial assumptions were wrong.
3
to tell a story or explain something such as a plan:

Examples:

Gradually, the author unfolds a fantastical tale.
4
(of a situation or story) to develop or become clear:

Examples:

Events unfolded in a way that no one could have predicted.
5
to open or spread out something that has been folded:

Examples:

She took the old wedding dress out and carefully unfolded it.

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