calm down

Example Sentences

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It’s possible that CBS will calm down, and that Bilton will prove himself to be an independent editor able to attract talent and cultivate great journalism.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Inflation would also need to calm down, but it usually does when the economy weakens sharply.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

When asked about what he hoped the King's state visit to the US next week could achieve on the row, Weston said he wanted the monarch to persuade Trump to "back down and calm down".

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

“But also, I just wish people would calm down ... try to talk to us, try to engage with us and help de-escalate the situation, instead of making it worse.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

“Let’s all calm down and try to think logically,” she says.

From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio