unfoldment

/ʌnˈfoʊldmənt/
noun
  1. The process of gradually developing, revealing, or becoming clear over time.
    • The unfoldment of the mystery kept readers turning pages late into the night.
    • The documentary captured the unfoldment of the political crisis in real time.
    • Her artistic skills showed a slow and beautiful unfoldment over the years.
  2. The act of opening or spreading out something that was folded or closed.
    • He watched the unfoldment of the flower petals in the morning sun.
    • The careful unfoldment of the ancient map revealed a hidden coastline.
    • The unfoldment of the parachute was smooth and immediate.
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