quiet down
The phrase "quiet down" is often used to request or describe a reduction in noise or intensity, promoting a more peaceful environment.
Definition
A2General
(informal, intransitive)To become less noisy.
Example
- The crowd started to quiet down as the speaker took the stage.
A2General
(informal, transitive)To make someone or something become less noisy.
Example
- The mother tried to quiet down the crying baby.
B1General
(informal, intransitive)To reduce in intensity or severity.
Example
- The storm finally started to quiet down after several hours.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "quiet down":
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