1
as in settled (down)
to become still and orderly
if you don't pipe down, we're turning this car around and going straight home!
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2
as in quieted (down)
to stop talking
"Pipe down or I'll cancel recess!" the teacher commanded
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Verb
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On foreign affairs, national security, energy and other fronts, Cheney was second only to the president in shaping policy and strategy, though his influence declined and his relationship with Bush cooled toward the end of their time in office.—
Susan Page,
USA Today,
4 Nov. 2025 -
After deals cooled off considerably in the post-pandemic era, M&A appears to be back in a big way this year.—
Jordan Valinsky,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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Somewhere along the way, the offers dried up.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Nov. 2025
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But in the fourth quarter, Dallas’ offense dried up.—
Christian Clark,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
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The vibe is hushed and calming.—
Victoria Uwumarogie,
Essence,
13 Oct. 2025
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When Florida arrived in the locker room after falling to USF 18-16 in upset fashion Saturday, the few conversations that persisted were hushed.—
Noah White,
Miami Herald,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Piped down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/piped%20down. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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