unfurled

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Needing to be unfurled twice, like a travel brochure, the smartphone packs a display measuring 10 inches diagonally when fully opened—almost as big as a standard tablet.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

After a courtship that unfurled in fits and starts, they married in 1996.

From Salon • Feb. 12, 2026

The protesters, gathered to support Diarra's family, members of whom also took part, unfurled banners reading "Justice" and "RIP", before marching to the local police station.

From Barron's • Jan. 25, 2026

But amid the float’s proud phoenix and colorful California poppies, two frustrated fire survivors unfurled a surprise message: “AG Bonta, Altadena demands an investigation.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 9, 2026

The petals, one moment unfurled and bright, retreated into the center, curling up as an oily stench suddenly wafted through the greenhouse.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda