as in to cool
to become still and orderly
the sea finally calmed down, making it safe for small craft to venture forth once again
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However, others, including startup Lumen Orbit, have also discussed operating data centers from orbit, citing the abundant solar energy and cooling capabilities.—
Senior Reporter,
PC Magazine,
3 Oct. 2025 -
The artificial intelligence boom, driving data center demand for cooling equipment, has been one contributor.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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McIlroy would hush the USA crowd after putts, while Reed would bow to their applause.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
24 Sep. 2025
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Robert Kraft — sandwiched in between Travis Scott and his fellow REFORM Alliance Board Member Michael Rubin — shared hushed conversations with both.—
Mackenzie Cummings-Grady,
Billboard,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Calm (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/calm%20%28down%29. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.
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