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simmer down

idiom
Meaning

To decrease in intensity of anger, agitation, or excitement.


Examples
SIMPLE

Please simmer down and listen to me.

CONTEXTUAL

After the argument became too loud, the manager asked both employees to simmer down before continuing the meeting.

COMPLEX

Once the initial shock of the announcement had passed and the crowd began to simmer down, the speaker finally regained control of the room.

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