1. to open or spread out something that was folded
2. to reveal or make known gradually
3. to happen or develop over time

Examples

• She carefully unfolded the old letter.
• The map was too large to unfold completely on the small table.
• The mystery began to unfold as more clues were discovered.
• The detective slowly unfolded the details of the case.
• Events continued to unfold throughout the evening.
• The story unfolds over several decades.
• He unfolded his plan to the committee.