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wind down
This phrasal verb carries a sense of gradual deceleration, whether applied to a person's mental state, a corporate entity, or a mechanical spring. When used for relaxation, it describes the transition from a high-energy or stressful state to a calm one, often implying a ritualistic process like reading or bathing to prepare for sleep.
In a business context, it is a professional term for a controlled liquidation or cessation of activities. It differs from "shut down" or "collapse" by emphasizing a planned, step-by-step reduction of operations rather than an abrupt or catastrophic stop.
Ý nghĩa
Ví dụ
I usually read a book for an hour to wind down before going to sleep.
I need a drink and a long bath to wind down after this chaotic day.
Let me just wind down for a bit before we start talking about work.
The company decided to wind down its operations in Europe by the end of the year.
They are winding down the project now that the primary goals have been met.
The government is slowly winding down the subsidy program.
The old grandfather clock began to wind down and the ticking grew faint.
The music box started to wind down, slowing the melody to a crawl.
Cụm động từ
wind down
to gradually relax after a period of stress or hard work
wind down
to gradually bring a business or activity to an end