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to wind down
[phrase form: wind]
01
to slowly reduce the activity of a business or organization, leading to its eventual closure
Examples
The company plans to wind down its operations over the next six months.
They decided to wind the business down due to financial difficulties.
02
to relax after a period of stress or excitement, often by engaging in soothing activities
Examples
After a long day at work, I like to wind down by reading a good book.
He prefers to wind down the evening by listening to calming music.
