1
as in to cool
to become still and orderly
stop making that racket, and just chill out!
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2
as in to relax
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
if you don't chill out, you're going to get an ulcer
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Recent Examples of chill out
If holiday burnout has you in the mood for rest and relaxation, the star advises taking a break to enjoy one of her favorite holiday traditions—chilling out at home with the family.
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Essence, 15 Dec. 2025
But some of y'all need to chill out, OK?
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 11 Nov. 2025
Calling it a Day After a long day of shredding, testers chill out in the cozy Kirkwood condos.
—Drew Zieff, Outside, 7 Nov. 2025
And someone who is a great listener, respectful, caring, chilled out, someone who supports my dreams – and is cool with my chaos!
—Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2025
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Essence, 15 Dec. 2025
But some of y'all need to chill out, OK?
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 11 Nov. 2025
Calling it a Day After a long day of shredding, testers chill out in the cozy Kirkwood condos.
—Drew Zieff, Outside, 7 Nov. 2025
And someone who is a great listener, respectful, caring, chilled out, someone who supports my dreams – and is cool with my chaos!
—Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for chill out
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chill out
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For example, natural light changes from warm and dim in the morning, to cool and bright at midday, and golden in late afternoons.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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Researchers are also studying ways to cool the most endangered parts of the reef, like spraying salt water into clouds to deflect sunlight.—
Susan Casey,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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The post included snaps of her posing on travels, relaxing on a beach and in a gym during her pregnancy.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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The new law relaxed aspects of the 2017 framework, removing much of municipalities’ ability to regulate AVs within city or county limits.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
12 Jan. 2026
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The rain is expected to begin winding down Thursday night as the storm system moves on.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
7 Jan. 2026
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On Monday morning, the Sierra Avalanche Center reported that the recent storm was beginning to wind down, but warned that avalanche risks remained elevated due to strong winds and unstable snow.—
Daniel Hunt
January 5,
Sacbee.com,
6 Jan. 2026
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In a modified approach, Boston Dynamics has clearly decided to loosen up some of the restrictions of the human form.—
Victor Tangermann,
Futurism,
7 Jan. 2026
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Millions of Americans, especially the richest, took advantage of the ultra-low interest rates during the pandemic, when the Fed loosened up monetary policy to shore up the economy.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
27 Dec. 2025
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The air is hushed, the water glassy.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Jan. 2026
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Mendoza hushed any critics in the Rose Bowl, providing both the stats and the subtle moments.—
The Athletic College Football Staff,
New York Times,
2 Jan. 2026
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“Chill out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chill%20out. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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