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Unfurl

usgb/ˌʌnˈfɜːrl/Volume
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Used for a literal, physical spreading or unfolding of something tangible. SlideThe sailors worked quickly to unfurl the sails as the wind picked up.
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Public EventsPlay
Often used during ceremonial or public occasions involving flags or banners. SlideAt the inauguration, they unfurled a large national flag.
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Highlights the dramatic effect of something being revealed in a grand or surprising way. SlideThe mural was unfurled, revealing a vivid tapestry of the town's history.