as in to relax
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
soft music and a good book help me unwind
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Recent Examples of unwind
Washington and Beijing agreed to unwind most of the tariffs imposed since April for 90 days while the two sides seek to negotiate a more durable trade deal.
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Carlo Versano, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 May 2025
To unwind, the rooftop bar has cocktails and local beers that perfectly complement the sunset views.
—David Shortell, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2025
The day after the Inter defeat, most of the players rested with their families, though Yamal decided to go shopping with friends to unwind.
—Pol Ballús, New York Times, 11 May 2025
In the evening, unwind on the shared patio, where string lights and wooden porch chairs invite lingering conversations with fellow guests.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 11 May 2025
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Carlo Versano, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 May 2025
To unwind, the rooftop bar has cocktails and local beers that perfectly complement the sunset views.
—David Shortell, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2025
The day after the Inter defeat, most of the players rested with their families, though Yamal decided to go shopping with friends to unwind.
—Pol Ballús, New York Times, 11 May 2025
In the evening, unwind on the shared patio, where string lights and wooden porch chairs invite lingering conversations with fellow guests.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 11 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unwind
relax
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The lounge is outfitted with a luxurious sofa to relax in.—
Kimberley Mok,
Travel + Leisure,
3 June 2025
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Tusk had promised to relax both bans, but they are supported by some of the more socially conservative lawmakers propping up his government, and the threat of a presidential veto likely renders any efforts at persuasion futile.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
2 June 2025
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“Unwind.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unwind. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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