chill out

VERB

calm down

Synonyms

WEAK

chill cool it cool off loosen up mellow relax settle down simmer down take a chill pill

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

My suggestion — throw on your best headphones and find a shady tree to lean back against and chill out.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Vout said witnesses had heard Liam say to them: "Stop fighting lads, chill out, it's not worth it."

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

Executives are starting to chill out about tariffs after a year of anxiety.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 23, 2025

I gotta have some kids and chill out.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 1, 2025

Jay put an electric heater in the hallway, but it only takes a bit of the chill out of the air.

From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas