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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Atmospheric rivers are typically driven forward by the evaporation of ocean waters, which temporarily cools the atmosphere providing the propulsion for the storm.—
Gord Magill,
Newsweek,
21 Dec. 2024 -
Oftentimes a warmer temperature during the day is preferred while nighttime is more comfortable when the house cools off a bit.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Dec. 2024
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“Calms (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/calms%20%28down%29. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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