calmed

Example Sentences

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“As soon as Friday evening rolled around, the fighting picked up, but by Sunday night and futures opening, things had calmed down.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 29, 2026

Fighting calmed down on Sunday as Israel asked its military to reduce combat operations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026

“We need to be more decisive; the win has calmed the nerves we’ve had over the last few days,” Mexico defender Israel Reyes said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026

Slot calmed understandable post-Klopp anxiety with his measured approach, but made key alterations that took away some of the thrilling chaos that preceded him to turn the title race into a procession.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Once my racing heart calmed, I turned my head to confirm it.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros