unravel

US /ʌnˈræv.əl/
UK /ʌnˈræv.əl/
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1.

解开, 散开

undo (twisted, knitted, or woven threads)

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She carefully unraveled the tangled yarn.
她小心翼翼地解开了缠绕的纱线。
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The sweater began to unravel at the seams.
毛衣开始在接缝处散开。
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2.

揭示, 解开, 阐明

investigate and solve (a mystery or puzzle)

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Detectives worked tirelessly to unravel the complex plot.
侦探们不懈努力，揭开了复杂的阴谋。
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The journalist tried to unravel the truth behind the scandal.
记者试图揭示丑闻背后的真相。
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