unwind
verb (used with object)
to undo or loosen from or as if from a coiled condition.
unwinding
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present participleof unwind.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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The unwinding of short positions would add buying pressure, helping to push up bitcoin prices.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 22, 2026
This too is a story of unwinding abnormal conditions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 18, 2026
A September increase would complete the unwinding of the second of the three production-cut packages introduced by OPEC+.
From Barron's ● Aug. 2, 2026
Some members of the group known as OPEC+ have been gradually unwinding voluntary production cuts of 1.65 million barrels that were announced in April 2023.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 1, 2026
Seth continued unwinding the rope, sending the bucket ever deeper.
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
