dampen down
The phrase "dampen down" is commonly used to describe reducing the intensity or impact of various elements such as emotions, fires, or situations.
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Definition
B2General
(common)To reduce the intensity or strength of something.
Example
- The news seemed to dampen down their excitement.
- Efforts were made to dampen down the public's fears.
B2Firefighting
(technical)To reduce the intensity of a fire.
Example
- Firefighters worked tirelessly to dampen down the flames.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "dampen down":
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