unfold (Meaning)
unfold (v)
develop or come to a promising stage
open to the view
extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length
spread out or open from a closed or folded state
unfold (v. t.)
To open the folds of; to expand; to spread out; as, to unfold a tablecloth.
To open, as anything covered or close; to lay open to view or contemplation; to bring out in all the details, or by successive development; to display; to disclose; to reveal; to elucidate; to explain; as, to unfold one's designs; to unfold the principles of a science.
To release from a fold or pen; as, to unfold sheep.
unfold (v. i.)
To open; to expand; to become disclosed or developed.
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unfold Sentence Examples
- The petals of the flower gently unfolded, revealing its vibrant colors.
- The events of the past year unfolded rapidly, leaving us in shock and disbelief.
- The truth gradually unfolded as more information came to light.
- The mystery surrounding the missing person began to unfold as clues emerged.
- The story unfolded through a series of flashbacks, providing insight into the characters' motivations.
- The conspiracy unfolded right before their eyes, leaving them stunned and betrayed.
- The plan unfolded flawlessly, leading to the desired outcome.
- The tragedy unfolded with devastating speed, leaving no time for reaction.
- As the day progressed, the clouds unfolded into a breathtaking sunset.
- The leaves of the tree unfolded in the spring breeze, symbolizing new beginnings.
FAQs About the word unfold
develop or come to a promising stage, open to the view, extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length, spread out or open from a closed or folded stateT
open, extend,expand, unfurl, fan (out), stretch (out), flare (out),spread (out), outstretch, outspread
reduce, contract, fold, close,close, contract, reduce, fold,compact, compact
The petals of the flower gently unfolded, revealing its vibrant colors.
The events of the past year unfolded rapidly, leaving us in shock and disbelief.
The truth gradually unfolded as more information came to light.
The mystery surrounding the missing person began to unfold as clues emerged.
