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unravel

[uhn-rav-uhl] / ʌnˈræv əl /




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The fallout continued to unravel until just a few hours before the match, when FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee released another statement pushing back on the criticism.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 7, 2026

The second order, on post-quantum cryptography, addresses a looming vulnerability: the rise of quantum computers powerful enough to unravel the public-key cryptography underpinning secure web browsing and blockchain networks.

From Barron's • Jun. 22, 2026

Gentle vibrations encouraged the particles to interlock and strengthen the material, while stronger vibrations caused the network to unravel.

From Science Daily • Jun. 15, 2026

Art and artist, creation and creator, Marilyn Monroe left behind a now-century-old mystery we’re still trying to unravel.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

She could unravel it behind her as she explored.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan




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