Your English writing platform
Free sign upSuggestions(1)
The phrase "and needed to wind" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts where someone is expressing a requirement or necessity to wind something, such as a clock, a toy, or a path.
Example: "After a long day, I found myself sitting on the porch, reflecting on my thoughts and needed to wind down before bed."
Alternatives: "and had to unwind" or "and required winding".
Exact(1)
I was off my face on hash, and needed to wind down.
Similar(59)
When Hankey needs to wind down and relax, he plays poker, a card game that requires the same parcel of skills: working for statistically advantageous positions and flexing them into cash.
"We need to wind this up, George.
"I use an old-school alarm clock that you need to wind up," he said.
That means students need to wind up in the top third of their class.
If your clock stops before its regular winding time, however, you may need to wind it more frequently.
You'll need to wind up to generate momentum for your forehand.
You may need to wind them around a few times before they stay in place.
And we didn't need to wound our primary international conflict-resolution body.
The train cars look like they're made of plastic and need to be wound in the back to operate.
Quartz-regulated, battery powered watches, with their accuracy and "no need to wind" practicality appeared to make mechanical watches obsolete.
Write better and faster with AI suggestions while staying true to your unique style.
Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.
Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com