Question 1

What does "simmer down" mean?

Accepted Answer

To become calmer after being angry, excited, or agitated.

Question 2

How do you use "simmer down" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

Give him a few minutes to simmer down before you try to talk to him.

Question 3

Is "simmer down" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"simmer down" is informal — used mainly in casual conversation. Often used as a command: 'Simmer down!' Suggests that emotions were running very high and are now reducing, like a boiling liquid being turned to a simmer. Slightly old-fashioned but still current. More common in American English. Used colloquially among friends and family.

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