Explore Unwind through 10+ example sentences from English, with an explanation of the meaning and related words like relax or tense. Ideal for language learners, writers and word enthusiasts.
Unwind meaning
- To separate (something that is wound up)
- To disentangle
- To relax; to chill out; to rest and become relieved of stress
Synonyms of Unwind
Using Unwind
- The main meaning on this page is: To separate (something that is wound up) | To disentangle | To relax; to chill out; to rest and become relieved of stress
- Useful related words include: relax, loosen up, tense, change state.
- In the example corpus, unwind often appears in combinations such as: to unwind, unwind and, and unwind.
Context around Unwind
- Average sentence length in these examples: 23.3 words
- Position in the sentence: 3 start, 8 middle, 9 end
- Sentence types: 18 statements, 1 questions, 1 exclamations
Corpus analysis for Unwind
- In this selection, "unwind" usually appears near the end of the sentence. The average example has 23.3 words, and this corpus slice is mostly made up of statements.
- Around the word, tactical, significant, may and 300 stand out and add context to how "unwind" is used.
- Recognizable usage signals include a significant unwind and able to unwind and binge. That gives this page its own corpus information beyond isolated example sentences.
- By corpus frequency, "unwind" sits close to words such as adrift, agm and argyll, which helps place it inside the broader word index.
Example types with unwind
The same corpus examples are grouped by length and sentence type, making it easier to see the contexts in which the word appears:
May she never unwind. (4 words)
But the unwind may be breathtaking. (6 words)
But there will be a lot of acrimony to unwind. (10 words)
For many of us, this will mean a last-minute dash around the shops to get presents sorted in time for the big day, but for the smug few who managed to get everything sorted in advance, it's a time to relax and unwind. (45 words)
Tactical unwind The term "tactical unwind" is used by some political scientists and commentators to refer to the phenomenon when tactical voting takes place in one general election but in subsequent elections voters revert to their normal patterns. (38 words)
As a reminder, the prior report was characterised by an unwind in car production and pharmaceuticals with the downside amplified by strike action and the service sector, which saw output fall by 0.5%, as opined by ING. (38 words)
And what better way to relax and unwind than with a good book? (13 words)
Bolshyb wrote: "We only discovered this pub recently, but now it's most definitely our favourite place to unwind! (19 words)
Example sentences (20)
Tactical unwind The term "tactical unwind" is used by some political scientists and commentators to refer to the phenomenon when tactical voting takes place in one general election but in subsequent elections voters revert to their normal patterns.
A 2560 x 1600 retina display means you'll not only be able to write emails on a clear screen, but you'll also be able to unwind and binge your favorite show, too.
Although unlikely in the near term, should shares jump to the mid-30s, we would unwind our position.
And I know this is supposed to be Unwind, rather than Wind Up, but here is one of our local democracy reporters bringing us right back down to Earth with a somewhat frustrating journey across the region.
And what better way to relax and unwind than with a good book?
As a reminder, the prior report was characterised by an unwind in car production and pharmaceuticals with the downside amplified by strike action and the service sector, which saw output fall by 0.5%, as opined by ING.
Before sleeping, I like to include small moments of self-care, like reading a book or watching my favorite comfort show to help me unwind.
Bolshyb wrote: "We only discovered this pub recently, but now it's most definitely our favourite place to unwind!
But there will be a lot of acrimony to unwind.
But the unwind may be breathtaking.
Departing from Paris in the evening, guests can unwind into the warmth of their art-deco surroundings with a glass of champagne, as the train gently heads out to the Alps.
Designed with comfort and convenience in mind, the best massage chairs give you a truly luxurious way to unwind at the end of a long day in the comfort of your home.
Despite the volume declines, we did not see a significant unwind.
For many of us, this will mean a last-minute dash around the shops to get presents sorted in time for the big day, but for the smug few who managed to get everything sorted in advance, it's a time to relax and unwind.
Having an inviting and well-maintained outdoor area is a great way to provide guests with additional space to relax and unwind during their stay.
It's a fantastic place to unwind and enjoy the lively atmosphere after a day of exploring Brighton.
I’ve walked for fitness, or to unwind after a stressed-out day.
Japan's Fuji Speedway Hotel is kicking off the new year with its Supra Winter Festival, allowing some lucky hotel guests to "drive, dine, and unwind" by test-driving one of four Toyota Supra models.
Let's not unwind 300 million years of climate over the next century.
May she never unwind.
Common combinations with unwind
These word pairs occur most frequently in English texts:
- to unwind 99×
- unwind and 34×
- and unwind 22×
- unwind after 13×
- unwind in 12×
- unwind the 10×
- unwind with 10×
- can unwind 7×
- unwind at 5×
- you unwind 4×