Ravel (verb)

1. To unravel or come apart at the edges.
2. To tangle or become confused.

Origin:

The word ravel comes from the old french word "raveler" which means to unravel or to unravel a thread. it can also mean to tangle or to confuse.

Examples:

1. The sweater began to ravel after several washings.
2. The rope had started to ravel and needed to be re-tied.
3. My thoughts were beginning to ravel, and I couldn't focus.
4. The plan was starting to ravel and fall apart.
5. The argument was starting to ravel and become unclear.