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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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"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

The online chatter only calmed down when the force eventually revealed this week that "no sexual offence had occurred" and its investigation was closed.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

The fire calmed down overnight due to calming winds and increased humidity, which slowed growth.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

People knowledgeable about the conversation said Sheinbaum calmed down an angry Trump, acknowledging the importance of U.S. intelligence in tracking down Oseguera and saying that the Mexican military had quickly restored order.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

But she calmed down some and said, nice enough, “But maybe there’s something else you want, Loma. Anything I can’t use, you’re welcome to it.”

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns