English / phrasal verb
calm down
MEANING IN ENGLISH
to become peaceful and quiet, or to soothe someone who is agitated, angry, or anxious
In context
01
Take three deep breaths to help yourself calm down before stepping onto the stage.
02
The teacher spoke softly to calm down the frightened children after the sudden earthquake.
Synonyms
Settle down,relax,compose oneself
Antonyms
Panic,agitate,flare up
Collocations
Calm down quickly,try to calm down,tell someone to calm down