wind down
Example Sentences
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Thursday that Washington and Tehran are within reach of an agreement to wind down the war, though the president hasn’t signed off yet.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
The unusual early look at his budget proposal comes as Newsom begins to wind down his time at the state Capitol and considers a run for president in 2028.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
With negotiations failing, the airline moved to wind down operations, cancel all flights, and begin processing refunds for affected passengers.
From Salon • May 2, 2026
"That same law is clear that after 60 days, military action must begin to wind down unless Congress provides formal authorization," he said, adding that he would not support continued force without lawmakers weighing in.
From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026
Through the darkness, we rode our bikes into the wind down Beach Street, passing Front Beach and the old cemetery.
From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen
