Defusing a Situation

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Let's calm down.

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said to make someone less angry, upset, or emotional
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Take it easy.

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to rest, relax, or be calm
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This is getting out of hand.

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said when a situation is becoming too difficult to control
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Take a breather.

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said to stop the discussion or conflict so that the involved person can calm down and assess the situation better
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Simmer down.

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another way of telling someone to calm down
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Chill.

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a very casual way of telling someone to calm down
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Clear your head.

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said to suggest that someone remain calm and not let emotions cloud their judgment
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Hold your horses.

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used to tell someone to slow down or be patient instead of acting rashly and thoughtlessly
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Cool it!

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slang for `calm down`
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Break it up.

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often said when separating parties that are having a physical altercation
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Take a chill pill.

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a very casual way of telling someone to calm down
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Cool your jets!

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a very informal way of telling someone to relax and be calm
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Loosen up.

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a casual way of telling someone to be less serious and uptight or to be more relaxed
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Dial it down.

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said to lessen the intensity of a situation
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Give it a break. / Give it a rest.

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said to tell someone to stop talking about something unpleasant or to drop a subject
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We can talk about this.

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said when the situation has become tensed; can also be said to mean that a conflict can be resolved through proper communication
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