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unravel

[uhn-rav-uhl] / ʌnˈræv əl /




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Last year, Barron’s reported on the rise of cryptographically relevant quantum computers—theoretical, fault-tolerant machines powerful enough to unravel modern public-key cryptography.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

The alleged scheme began to unravel in April 2022, according to the criminal complaint, after a former L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

There is already a lack of solidarity in this country, a major crisis would undoubtedly unravel what’s left of it.

From Salon • May 11, 2026

The recent flare-up in hostilities threatens to unravel the cease-fire, keeping risk premium in place, Nikos Tzabouras of Tradu says in a note.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

I struggled and stumbled, but with the help of Miss Maestas I began to unravel the mystery of the letters.

From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya




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