calmed
Example Sentences
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Everyone knew their fellow New Yorkers needed a bit of a break, and for a short period, the usual din of the city calmed to a whisper.
From Slate ● Sep. 11, 2026
While Middle East tensions calmed in June, a breakdown in negotiations and escalation of attacks in the Persian Gulf this month threaten to weigh further on the economy ahead.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
Bay Club employees called both of the toddler’s parents, and Kittle was notified that C.K. had fallen but had since calmed down, according to the complaint.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2026
The game then calmed down, with only two shown in the second half.
From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2026
When finally he calmed himself, he nodded reluctantly.
From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander
