Unwind (verb)

To relax, calm down or release tension after a period of stress or activity.

Origin:

Derived from the old english word 'windan' which means to twist or turn.

Examples:

1. She unwound from a long day at work with a hot bath.
2. The children unwound after a busy day of playing and ran around in the backyard.
3. The runner unwound after a long race with stretching exercises.
4. The travelers unwound after a long flight with a good meal and a comfortable bed.
5. The stress of the day slowly began to unwind as he meditated in his garden.