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unwinding

[ʌnˈwaɪndɪŋ]

unwinding Definition

  • 1the process of relaxing and reducing stress or tension
  • 2the process of undoing something that has been wound up

Using unwinding: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "unwinding" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Yoga is a great way to experience unwinding after a long day.

  • Example

    The unwinding of the tangled wires took hours.

  • Example

    The unwinding of the plot in the movie was unexpected.

unwinding Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with unwinding

  • unwind the clock

    to turn back the hands of a clock to an earlier time

    Example

    I had to unwind the clock after the power outage.

  • to relax by reading a book

    Example

    After a long day at work, I like to unwind with a good book.

  • to relax and clear one's mind

    Example

    Meditation is a great way to unwind the mind and reduce stress.

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Summary: unwinding in Brief

The term 'unwinding' [ʌnˈwaɪndɪŋ] refers to two main processes: relaxation and undoing something that has been wound up. It can be experienced through activities like yoga or reading a book, as in 'Yoga is a great way to experience unwinding after a long day.' 'Unwinding' also describes the process of untangling or undoing something, as in 'The unwinding of the tangled wires took hours.'

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