Word Network: winding

Playing it Safe vs. Risking it All

advanced_syntax

C1

Strong vs. Heavy: Choosing the Right Word Partnerships

adjectives_adverbs

C1

For instance: Giving Advanced Examples

conjunctions_connectors

C1

Mastering Contrast: Using 'However' Correctly

conjunctions_connectors

C1

Fast Actions: 'No Sooner' Inversion (No sooner... than)

sentence_structure

C1

phrasal verbs with wind meaning

Phrasal verbs that have the meaning of 'wind' (to turn or coil something around something else).

wind around

To wrap or twist something around something else.

B1

wind down

To relax and reduce your level of activity, especially after a busy or stressful period.

B2

wind up

To bring an activity, meeting, or discussion to a conclusion.

B2

get wind of

To hear a rumor or secret information.

wind back

To rewind a tape or video; to return to an earlier point.

C1