Cerca
to wind up
[phrase form: wind]
01
finire
to bring something to a conclusion or resolution, often in a way that was unexpected or unplanned
Intransitive
Transitive: to wind up an activity
Example
She decided to wind up the meeting early due to lack of progress.
We need to wind up the discussion and make a decision.
02
eccitare, stuzzicare
to engage in activities that bring out sexual excitement or anticipation
Transitive: to wind up sb
Example
She decided to wind up their encounter by sending a provocative text message.
03
portare indietro il braccio per lanciare, prepararsi per un lancio
to prepare for throwing something by giving one's arm a starting swing
Transitive: to wind up one's arm or an implement
Example
Winding up for the shot, the golfer prepared for a precise swing.
04
arrotolare, tensionare
to twist a part of a machine to make its spring tight and ready to work
Transitive: to wind up a device
Example
We have to wind up the toy car before it can move.
She enjoys the process of winding up the music box and listening to its enchanting tune.
05
prendere in giro, scherzare
to playfully tease someone by saying things that are not true
Transitive: to wind up sb
06
finire, trovarsi
to accidentally end up in a particular situation or place as a result of a series of events
Intransitive: to wind up in a place or situation
Transitive: to wind up doing sth
Example
I 'm winding up in situations I never expected due to my spontaneous decisions.
I often wind up in unexpected places when I go for long walks.
Esempio
She decided to wind up the meeting early due to lack of progress.
We need to wind up the discussion and make a decision.
Parole Vicine
