to relax and relieve stress after a period of tension · to unwind emotionally
Imagine you've had a crazy busy week at work, maybe even pulling an all-nighter for a deadline. 😵 When Friday evening finally rolls around and you can kick back and just chill, you're *coming unwound*! It's about letting go of all that tension and stress. ✨
💡 **Fun Fact!** Think of a tightly wound spring! When it *comes unwound*, it releases all that stored tension. This expression is perfect for describing the feeling of de-stressing after a particularly stressful or busy period. 🧘♀️ It's often used with activities that help you relax, like "I just need to *come unwound* with a good book."
When would you most likely use 'to come unwound'? A. 🧘♀️ After a very stressful week, finally relaxing on the weekend. B. 🏃♀️ While enthusiastically running a marathon. C. 📝 When preparing for a major exam the next day.