as in settles (down)
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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The growing dependence on OpenAI has also raised questions over what happens if enthusiasm surrounding AI valuations cools.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
4 June 2026 -
The maker of Jack Daniel’s has spent the past year navigating declining spirits sales, softer consumer demand, layoffs, and growing investor pressure as the broader whiskey market cools after years of explosive growth.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Sweeping views over Hyde Park and expert soundproofing that hushes those busy London street horns.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2026
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The top itself is an eight-layer cloth construction that satisfyingly hushes the cabin when raised.—
Brett Berk,
Robb Report,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Calms (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/calms%20%28down%29. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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