
Uncurl
Physical Movement
Used to describe literal twisting or rolling movements of objects or parts of the body.
The gymnast's ribbon uncurled elegantly in the air.
Observational Context
Often observed in nature describing plants or animals as they expand or stretch.
In the morning light, I watched the tendrils of the fern uncurl.
Slow Process
Implies a gradual or a gentle unfolding action, not abrupt.
The new leaf on the plant uncurled over several days. Compare with
StraightenUnbendUncoilUnfurlUnrollWind
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