calmed 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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Bay Club employees called both of the toddler’s parents, and Kittle was notified that C.K. had fallen but had since calmed down, according to the complaint.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 8, 2026

Fighting calmed down on Sunday as Israel asked its military to reduce combat operations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026

"We now struggle to cross from one bank to another... People are now crossing by boat, but it is also dangerous as long as the water has not calmed down," he told AFP.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

"Things might have calmed down by the summer but that will be a factor at play too."

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

He’s still gone, in Florida, Esteban said when we’d finally calmed down.

From "Harbor Me" by Jacqueline Woodson