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calm down

VERB
compose oneself
Synonyms
WEAK
chill out control oneself cool down cool it cool off get hold of oneself go easy keep cool regain one's composure relax rest restrain oneself simmer down take it easy

Example Sentences

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“I saw his windup and he looked like he was calm and composed and I tried it. I felt more of a rhythm. I was able to calm down and pitch better,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

"There are many of us on both sides trying to calm down all those hotheads from both camps who enjoy spreading irresponsible claims, lots of 'fake news' and plenty of insults," Daouda said.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

When he was told to calm down, he insisted he was calm.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

Some investors are betting it will all calm down, soon enough.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

She reads some of the poems we picked, and the sound of the words helps me calm down.

From "Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero" by Kelly J. Baptist