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unwinding

/ˌʌnˈwaɪndɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does unwinding mean?

verb

The act of becoming less tense or less wound up; to relax or calm down. To unravel or disentangle something.

Example

"After a long day, she likes to unwind with a good book and a cup of tea."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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