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to unravel
01
to undo or separate the threads or strands of something woven, knitted, or intertwined
Examples
She began to unravel the sweater to reuse the yarn.
I had to unravel the threads to fix the torn fabric.
02
(of a scheme, system, organization, etc.) to begin to fail or fall apart
Examples
The company 's plans began to unravel after the key investor pulled out.
The social media campaign unraveled after a series of missteps by the team.
03
(of threads, ropes, or tangled objects) to come apart
Examples
The scarf unraveled after catching on a nail.
The fishing net began to unravel in the water.
04
to make something clear or understandable
Examples
The professor unraveled the theory for the students.
The guide unraveled the mysteries of the ancient city.
Lexical Tree
unraveler
unraveller
unravel
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