as in to relax
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
soft music and a good book help me unwind
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For some, pizza is an easy way to unwind after doing all the Christmas cooking prep.
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024
How does award-winning Chicago crime writer Tracy Clark unwind after a day of writing about murder and mystery?
—Carrie Shepherd, Axios, 2 Dec. 2024
There are pizzas at the poolside Piazza, and, for the ultimate in unwinding, Nook offers the comforts of a relaxed lounge and bar.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 27 Nov. 2024
Just outside of the bedroom, there’s also a cozy balcony space that can be used as a small entertaining spot or a place to unwind with patio furniture and outdoor lighting.
—Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Dec. 2024
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024
How does award-winning Chicago crime writer Tracy Clark unwind after a day of writing about murder and mystery?
—Carrie Shepherd, Axios, 2 Dec. 2024
There are pizzas at the poolside Piazza, and, for the ultimate in unwinding, Nook offers the comforts of a relaxed lounge and bar.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 27 Nov. 2024
Just outside of the bedroom, there’s also a cozy balcony space that can be used as a small entertaining spot or a place to unwind with patio furniture and outdoor lighting.
—Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Dec. 2024
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“Unwind.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unwind. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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