calm down

Example Sentences

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"But if we can calm down, we should be able to get to a stable mentality," said Zhang.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

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

Blake says he misses his best friend and the teachers, and how the staff would let him draw when he needed to calm down.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

But it is clearly imperative for Sir Keir Starmer to try to calm down a party that is hurting and anxious.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

Ella gazed into her lap, trying to calm down.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton