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
As our interview winds down, Rocky is still talking enthusiastically about the future.
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Jeff Ihaza, VIBE.com, 2 June 2026
Outgoing contractor Triangle Services, whose security division is known as Viking Security, has been winding down its operations in Minnesota, and Ramsey County was its last account in that field.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 2 June 2026
Morning sunlight upon arrival anchors their new time zone faster, and avoiding bright screens in the evening signals their brain to wind down, which can be assisted with a pair of blue light-blocking glasses.
—Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Their rare testimonies, backed by aid and conflict data, depict permissive rules of engagement, rising Palestinian deaths — including children — and commanders signaling Israel is entrenching, not winding down, its Gaza campaign.
—Sam Mednick, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
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Jeff Ihaza, VIBE.com, 2 June 2026
Outgoing contractor Triangle Services, whose security division is known as Viking Security, has been winding down its operations in Minnesota, and Ramsey County was its last account in that field.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 2 June 2026
Morning sunlight upon arrival anchors their new time zone faster, and avoiding bright screens in the evening signals their brain to wind down, which can be assisted with a pair of blue light-blocking glasses.
—Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Their rare testimonies, backed by aid and conflict data, depict permissive rules of engagement, rising Palestinian deaths — including children — and commanders signaling Israel is entrenching, not winding down, its Gaza campaign.
—Sam Mednick, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wind down
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Richards, who began relaxing her hair at 13-years-old, echoes this.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
29 May 2026
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The important thing with knowing the danger is to accept it and relax.—
Greg O'Keeffe,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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And The Log House is perfectly situated for a family or a group of friends who want to escape the city for a bit, explore the area, and chill out in the woods.—
Damian Fallon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 May 2026
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Common skin changes in the cooler months Sure, the heat has chilled out, literally and figuratively, but cold, dry weather can be just as stressful for your skin.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
14 May 2026
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