simmer down

verb

simmered down; simmering down; simmers down

intransitive verb

1
: to become calm or peaceful
2
: to become reduced by or as if by simmering

Examples of simmer down in a Sentence

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And maybe somebody can tell them to just simmer down. John C. Moritz, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025 The vinegar is simmered down to a syrupy drizzle that cuts through the richness of the cream, creating a complex flavor that’s equal parts sweet, tart, and unexpected. Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 July 2025 President Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s feud is (for now) simmering down from its peak last week, which saw tensions boil over in dramatic fashion. Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 9 June 2025 While the rumors about Simmons potentially joining the Eagles have simmered down lately, CBS Sports' Cody Benjamin brought the smoker back out. Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for simmer down

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of simmer down was in 1842

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“Simmer down.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/simmer%20down. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.

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simmer down

verb
1
: to become calm or peaceful
2
: to become reduced by or as if by simmering
a broth simmered down to half

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