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unwrap

Pronunciation: [ʌnˈræp]

Word

Context: "physical action"

(verb) to remove the wrapping or covering from something. This usually happens when you have a gift or something wrapped up, and you take off the paper or the box to see what's inside.

Example

She carefully unwraps her birthday gift to see the surprise inside.

Example

He did not unwrap the present because he decided to save it for later.

Example

Can you help me unwrap this package?

Context: "metaphorical action"

(verb) to reveal or discover something that was hidden or not obvious before. This can be used in a way like figuring out a secret or understanding a situation more clearly.

Example

The detective soon begins to unwrap the mystery behind the clues.

Example

She failed to unwrap the truth, leaving everyone confused.

Example

What did he find when he tried to unwrap the mystery?

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