cooldown

noun

cool·​down ˈkül-ˌdau̇n How to pronounce cooldown (audio)
: the act or an instance of allowing physiological activity to return to normal gradually after strenuous exercise by engaging in less strenuous exercise

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Another of the big sticking points for players was the extended scav cooldowns the hardcore wipe brought with it. Mike Stubbs, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025 That first crack of thunder, the patter of rain on rooftops and the brief but glorious cooldown. Hayleigh Evans, AZCentral.com, 4 July 2025 The summer job may be a myth of bygone era The U.S. hiring cooldown is casting a chill over a teen summer job market that has sizzled the past few years. Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 2 July 2025 Consider the staffing cooldown on a percentage basis. Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 28 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for cooldown

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First Known Use

1976, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cooldown was in 1976

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“Cooldown.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cooldown. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.

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