ungird

verb

Definition of ungirdnext
as in to unwind

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  1. unwind
  2. unwrap
  3. untie
Verb
  • Caitlyn said that the theater has given North Texans a place to relax, unwind, and find community.
    — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Given the grimy, gory nature of writer-director Paul Greengrass’ historical film, Garfield had to rely on his go-to ways to unwind.
    — Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of unwind
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  • Carefully unwrap the ribs, remove from the paper and return them directly to the grill.
    — Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 5 Sep. 2026
  • This year, Disney will unwrap their future year-end, 2027 and beyond slate at D23 fan confab in Anaheim.
    — Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of unwrap
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  • This and that Why yes, Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis does in fact play with his shoelaces untied.
    — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Most versions of the story focus on the shock ending, the moment the ribbon comes untied and Jenny’s head plops to the floor.
    — Jennifer Givhan, PEOPLE, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of untie
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“Ungird.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ungird. Accessed 9 Sep. 2026.

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