unravel
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So why did it unravel for the Dutch head coach who many Liverpool fans initially regarded as the calm, transitional Bob Paisley figure to predecessor Klopp's firebrand, charismatic Bill Shankly?
From BBC • May 30, 2026
Art and artist, creation and creator, she left behind a now-century-old mystery we’re still trying to unravel.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 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
I unravel the twine and unfold the paper, careful not to tear it so we can use it again for something else.
From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy
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