unravel
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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
Gen. Rob Bonta has enlisted new allies in his legal battle to unravel Nexstar Media Group’s takeover of rival television station group Tegna Inc.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026
But there is a risk "it will, over time, unravel."
From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026
It was the human-AI interaction that made things unravel as the accuracy fell to 35% - two thirds of the time people were getting the wrong diagnosis or care.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
He felt the strings of the bow guard unravel and the bare air blow across his exposed wrist.
From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young
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