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
With its own foyer and private sitting area complemented by a fireplace, the primary wing is an ideal place to wind down.
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Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 4 Jan. 2026
As the week winds down, the moon enters Libra, shifting the energy toward connection, beauty, and harmony.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 4 Jan. 2026
Cap the experience with a drink at the intimate bar as live music winds down the evening.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 2 Jan. 2026
As the holiday season is winding down, flu season is ramping up.
—Amanda Hari, CBS News, 31 Dec. 2025
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Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 4 Jan. 2026
As the week winds down, the moon enters Libra, shifting the energy toward connection, beauty, and harmony.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 4 Jan. 2026
Cap the experience with a drink at the intimate bar as live music winds down the evening.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 2 Jan. 2026
As the holiday season is winding down, flu season is ramping up.
—Amanda Hari, CBS News, 31 Dec. 2025
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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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“Wind down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wind%20down. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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