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Definition cool off in American English

cool off phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

to become calm again

Example

Let him cool off, you can talk about it later.

Example

I'm really busy, but when things cool off I'll come and see you.

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2

to become cooler after being very hot

Example

We went for a swim to cool ourselves off.

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3

if sales, prices, etc. cool off, they become lower

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Definition cool off in American English