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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

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Wall recalled being "really scared" and said she swore and demanded he open the door, while Sullivan told her to calm down.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

It’s possible that CBS will calm down, and that Bilton will prove himself to be an independent editor able to attract talent and cultivate great journalism.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Inflation would also need to calm down, but it usually does when the economy weakens sharply.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

When asked about what he hoped the King's state visit to the US next week could achieve on the row, Weston said he wanted the monarch to persuade Trump to "back down and calm down".

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

I do what Dad says and calm down a little.

From "A Soft Place to Land" by Janae Marks

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