as in relaxing
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
soft music and a good book help me unwind
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Recent Examples of unwinding
In some cases, the cost of unwinding those decisions outweighed the initial benefits.
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Gary Galstyan, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Discover the tranquility of Cuyama Valley, with its scenic landscapes and historic charm, perfect for unwinding.
—Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026
Nationally, millions of people have already lost Medicaid coverage during the unwinding process, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation.
—Chicago Tribune, 24 May 2026
Float through spectacular canyons, check out petroglyphs and Native American ruins, conquer rapids, and spend your nights unwinding while gazing up at the Milky Way.
—Matt Bell, AFAR Media, 19 May 2026
Abel is already moving to put his stamp on the roughly $300 billion basket, reportedly unwinding positions tied to former investment manager Todd Combs after his departure for JPMorgan at the end of 2025.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 1 May 2026
There are 12 treatment rooms, a dedicated steam and sauna area, and a heated outdoor pool framed by cabanas and loungers, ideal for unwinding pre-or post-treatment.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
But the biggest threat to OpenAI is that Musk is seeking to restore the startup’s status as a full nonprofit research organization by unwinding the for-profit restructuring that was completed in October.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 27 Apr. 2026
There's nothing like an evening spent unwinding with friends around a fire pit.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 25 Apr. 2026
Gary Galstyan, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Discover the tranquility of Cuyama Valley, with its scenic landscapes and historic charm, perfect for unwinding.
—Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026
Nationally, millions of people have already lost Medicaid coverage during the unwinding process, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation.
—Chicago Tribune, 24 May 2026
Float through spectacular canyons, check out petroglyphs and Native American ruins, conquer rapids, and spend your nights unwinding while gazing up at the Milky Way.
—Matt Bell, AFAR Media, 19 May 2026
Abel is already moving to put his stamp on the roughly $300 billion basket, reportedly unwinding positions tied to former investment manager Todd Combs after his departure for JPMorgan at the end of 2025.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 1 May 2026
There are 12 treatment rooms, a dedicated steam and sauna area, and a heated outdoor pool framed by cabanas and loungers, ideal for unwinding pre-or post-treatment.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
But the biggest threat to OpenAI is that Musk is seeking to restore the startup’s status as a full nonprofit research organization by unwinding the for-profit restructuring that was completed in October.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 27 Apr. 2026
There's nothing like an evening spent unwinding with friends around a fire pit.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 25 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unwinding
relaxing
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In the Executive and Premier One-Bedroom Suites, a separate living room adds a place for gathering or relaxing while someone else is asleep.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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Nestled right in the heart of the Uptown neighborhood, this two-bedroom Magic Cottage will give you a taste of Victorian flair with its original architectural details and two living rooms (one for relaxing, and another for pre-dinner drinks).—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
30 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Unwinding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unwinding. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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