ease off

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Verb : 1. To reduce in degree, intensity, pressure, or speed : To make something less forceful, severe, or fast. 2. To become less intense or severe : To diminish in degree, pressure, or activity. Usage and Examples The driver decided to ease off the accelerator as he approached the town. After working for twelve hours straight, she needed to ease off and take a break. The rain shoul...