simmer down

verb

Definition of simmer downnext
as in to calm (down)

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Recent Examples of simmer down Chicken broth comes next, get a quick simmer down, then the big flavor players come up to bat. — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025 While the brand’s Lotta wide leg continues to perform well, the trend for super wide and exaggerated shapes is simmering down. — Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 23 Feb. 2026 The two sides have engaged in sporadic retaliatory aerial attacks in recent years, though the fighting between them had largely simmered down in recent months. — Mike Brest, The Washington Examiner, 30 Mar. 2026 Critics wound up simmering down to 66% fresh on Masters of the Universe but audience seemed to be alright with it at 87% on Rotten Tomatoes, and a 65% definite recommend. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 7 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for simmer down

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“Simmer down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/simmer%20down. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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