mellow out
Example Sentences
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The sour sting of heartbreak is mellowed out by the sweet comfort of friendship; a peppery sprinkle of humor adds brightness to a heavy, serious broth.
From New York Times
“They attacked the trans community last legislative session and now that has mellowed out a little bit. So now they’re going to the next thing — drag queens.”
From Washington Post
This makes hemp feed a potential tool to mellow out cattle during transportation, weaning, and other stressful situations, he says.
From Science Magazine
That, too, brings an enticing savory edge that mellows out the sweetness and amps up the chocolate flavor.
From Washington Post
He even took up golf to help him mellow out.
From Washington Post
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