unravel
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Two-time major champion Rybakina made a bright start on Court Suzanne Lenglen, racing to a 5-1 lead before her game started to unravel.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
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
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 have been able to keep the ledgers full and the customers happy, but if Edel doesn't return soon, I'm afraid everything will unravel.
From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton
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