ease up
The phrase "ease up" is commonly used in informal contexts to describe a reduction in intensity, severity, or effort.
Definition
B2General
(informal)To become more relaxed or less demanding.
Example
- After the stressful week, she decided to ease up and take a break.
B2Driving
(informal)To reduce one's speed.
Example
- You should ease up on the accelerator as you approach the traffic light.
B2General
(informal)To apply less pressure or effort to something.
Example
- The coach told the players to ease up during practice to avoid injuries.
B2Interpersonal
(informal)To treat someone less harshly or with less severity.
Example
- After the apology, the manager decided to ease up on the employees.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "ease up":
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