cool it

phrase

Synonyms of cool itnext
: to calm down : go easy
The word went out to the young to cool it.W. M. Young

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After doing this work, the steam is directed into a condenser, where water from an external source cools it back into liquid form and recycles it back to the reactor core. Scott Montgomery, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026 Mulch the soil a couple of weeks before planting to help cool it down, and watch the soil moisture carefully. Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2026

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“Cool it.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cool%20it. Accessed 20 Jul. 2026.

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