as in to relax
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
not being one for alcoholic beverages, I prefer to wind down with a cup of tea every night
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Recent Examples of wind down
If the host is winding down, don’t linger with extended goodbyes or start new conversations at the door.
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
It’s designed to teach life skills through music, from trying new veggies to winding down for bed, with songs and content that have become a go-to resource for millions of parents looking to learn and bond with their children.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2025
That led Milwaukee Forge to begin winding down its operations.
—Tom Daykin, jsonline.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Later, wind down with a frosty glass of Naked Pig pale ale at craft brewery Back Forty Beer’s taproom; if hunger strikes, order a hearty, juicy burger too.
—Jennifer Stewart Kornegay, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2025
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
It’s designed to teach life skills through music, from trying new veggies to winding down for bed, with songs and content that have become a go-to resource for millions of parents looking to learn and bond with their children.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2025
That led Milwaukee Forge to begin winding down its operations.
—Tom Daykin, jsonline.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Later, wind down with a frosty glass of Naked Pig pale ale at craft brewery Back Forty Beer’s taproom; if hunger strikes, order a hearty, juicy burger too.
—Jennifer Stewart Kornegay, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for wind down
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wind down
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Acidic and fizzy drinks can increase pressure in the stomach and cause the muscle at the top of the stomach to relax, allowing acid to come back up.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
9 Nov. 2025
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Good food and drink plus a chance to relax will please you.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
8 Nov. 2025
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And someone who is a great listener, respectful, caring, chilled out, someone who supports my dreams – and is cool with my chaos!—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
26 Oct. 2025
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When: Friday, later evening For: A date with your sofa Where: At home The key piece: Curling up and chilling out calls for the softest pajamas ever.—
Gretta Monahan,
Boston Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
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