CEFR B2

unwind

verb

Meaning

To relax and stop feeling anxious, stressed, or tense.

Examples

She likes to unwind with a good book and a cup of tea after work.
A long walk in nature is his favorite way to unwind.

Synonyms: relax, chill out, de-stress, rejuvenate

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unwind (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈwaɪnd/

Definition

To relax and stop feeling anxious, stressed, or tense.

Examples

She likes to unwind with a good book and a cup of tea after work.
A long walk in nature is his favorite way to unwind.
We spent the weekend at the beach, just trying to unwind and forget about our worries.

How to Use unwind

unwind with something (prepositional phrase): To relax using a particular activity or item. — "I like to unwind with a good movie."
unwind after something (prepositional phrase): To relax following a specific event or period. — "It's essential to unwind after a long journey."

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