as in relaxing
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
soft music and a good book help me unwind
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Recent Examples of unwinding
The deal delays highly technical discussions over the mechanics of unwinding Iran’s nuclear program.
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Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
Expect more of the same as the market works its way around unwinding the risk premium and oil prices ultimately stabilize near pre-war levels.
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Gaurav Sharma,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
PayPal shuts down venture arm PayPal is unwinding PayPal Ventures, its 10-year-old corporate venture unit, as new CEO Enrique Lores restructures the fintech firm.
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Alyson Shontell,
Fortune,
17 June 2026
Its skylight en-suite with a sauna opens out to a discreet patio with a hot tub for unwinding.
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Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
3 June 2026
Suites and villas lean rustic-luxe, with dark woods, stone accents, and oversized soaking tubs perfect for unwinding after a long day of wildlife spotting.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Discover the tranquility of Cuyama Valley, with its scenic landscapes and historic charm, perfect for unwinding.
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Chelsee Lowe,
Travel + Leisure,
25 May 2026
Nationally, millions of people have already lost Medicaid coverage during the unwinding process, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation.
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Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
Float through spectacular canyons, check out petroglyphs and Native American ruins, conquer rapids, and spend your nights unwinding while gazing up at the Milky Way.
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Matt Bell,
AFAR Media,
19 May 2026
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
Expect more of the same as the market works its way around unwinding the risk premium and oil prices ultimately stabilize near pre-war levels.
—
Gaurav Sharma,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
PayPal shuts down venture arm PayPal is unwinding PayPal Ventures, its 10-year-old corporate venture unit, as new CEO Enrique Lores restructures the fintech firm.
—
Alyson Shontell,
Fortune,
17 June 2026
Its skylight en-suite with a sauna opens out to a discreet patio with a hot tub for unwinding.
—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
3 June 2026
Suites and villas lean rustic-luxe, with dark woods, stone accents, and oversized soaking tubs perfect for unwinding after a long day of wildlife spotting.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Discover the tranquility of Cuyama Valley, with its scenic landscapes and historic charm, perfect for unwinding.
—
Chelsee Lowe,
Travel + Leisure,
25 May 2026
Nationally, millions of people have already lost Medicaid coverage during the unwinding process, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation.
—
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
Float through spectacular canyons, check out petroglyphs and Native American ruins, conquer rapids, and spend your nights unwinding while gazing up at the Milky Way.
—
Matt Bell,
AFAR Media,
19 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unwinding
relaxing
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Hole up in a cozy cottage at The Park micro-resort for the ultimate relaxing vacation.
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Guests can enjoy a wide range of activities, including sailing, water skiing, tennis, pickleball, disc golf, or just relaxing by the lake.
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“Unwinding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unwinding. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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