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The process by which something evolves, progresses, or becomes revealed
“The unfolding of history can only be understood from within itself, from within the hermeneutical circle.”
The solving or clarification of an unexplained circumstance
The action or state of enlarging or being enlarged
The beginning of a notable phenomenon or period of time
Events represented in a story or play
The making known of something that was previously secret or unknown
The act of telling a narrative or providing commentary
A climactic or decisive moment, typically involving a final battle
A reference to the occurrence of a change
A splendid display or show
Ongoing, or in progress
(of a person) Destined to hold a specified position
Present participle for to open or spread out, especially from a folded position
“It's very important to condition your horse to the sound of rattling paper as you fold and unfold the map.”
Present participle for to develop or progress
“Watching events unfold in the global market, we've long warned that economic conditions were deteriorating.”
Present participle for to become apparent or to be revealed
“Tears streamed down her cheeks as she watched this tragic scene unfold before her eyes.”
Present participle for to arise or occur as a consequence of
“The variables emerge or unfold from the research like the features of an ancient city emerge under the archaeologist's brush.”
Present participle for to reveal or disclose (thoughts or information)
“Must I unfold the tale of my own infamy? Must I tell you that I have involved you in my ruin?”
Present participle for to be in flower, or to produce flowers
“The stars keep their appointed vigils every night, and by day, the flowers unfold their blossoms in the sunny wilds.”
Present participle for to reveal or make public (information)
Present participle for to explain or clarify something
Present participle for to decode or solve something cryptic
Present participle for to develop gradually
Present participle for to declare loudly, openly or publicly
Present participle for to tell someone about something that has happened
Present participle for to spread (through an area or place) widely
Present participle for to free from a tangled or twisted state
Present participle for to explain or provide information about something (in greater detail)
Present participle for to make or become straight
Present participle for to describe within a narrative
Present participle for to come to an end in a particular way
Present participle for to display or exhibit something
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