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unravelling

NOUN
resolution
Synonyms
STRONGEST
conclusion decision finding motion outcome proposal proposition recommendation settlement solution verdict
STRONG
analysis assertion breakdown call declaration determination dissection elucidation end exposition interpretation nod presentation recitation resolve solving ticket upshot
WEAK
pay dirt quick fix sorting out working out
Antonyms
STRONGEST
beginning condemnation indecision
STRONG
cause denial origin start
WEAK
compliance problem question trouble weakness

Example Sentences

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"No adversary should mistake our current restraint with a lack of resolve," General Dan Caine told reporters, amid fears the current US-Iranian ceasefire is unravelling.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

Dogged by injuries, she has made more appearances off the bench in the past three years than she has started games, with her time at City unravelling before her switch to Arsenal in January 2025.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

Does Prada want to coddle you in an unravelling world?

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

It has all led to widespread distrust and means the Pretoria accord is unravelling fast.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

I come to ask for counsel and the unravelling of hard words.

From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien