cool off

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cool off

After the long run, he splashed water on his face to cool off.

Definition
  1. Phrasal Verb:
    • To become less angry, excited, or agitated; to calm down: To return to a normal, calm emotional or physical state after being upset, angry, or very active.
    • To become less intense or enthusiastic: To diminish in strength, passion, or interest.
    • To lose romantic or passionate feelings for someone or something: To feel less enamored or infatuated.
Usage Examples
  • Literal/Emotional Calming:
    • After their argument, they both went for a walk to cool off.
    • You should cool off for a few minutes before you respond to that email.
  • Diminishing Intensity:
    • His interest in the project cooled off after the initial excitement.
    • The political debate is starting to cool off as the election passes.
  • Losing Affection:
    • She cooled off towards him after she discovered he had lied.
    • I've cooled off on the idea of buying a new car this year.
Advanced Usage
  • "to cool someone/something off": To cause someone or something to become less hot or agitated.
    • A swim in the lake will cool us off.
    • The rain helped to cool off the scorching pavement.
Variants and Related Words
  • Cool down (phrasal verb): Very similar in meaning, often used interchangeably, especially regarding physical temperature or post-exercise.
    • It's important to cool down after a vigorous workout.
  • Cool (adjective/verb): The base word meaning moderately cold or to make something colder.
  • Cooling-off period (noun phrase): A designated time for emotions to subside before making a decision or taking action.
    • The contract includes a 14-day cooling-off period.
Synonyms
  • Calm down: To become tranquil or quiet.
  • Settle down: To become calm, quiet, or orderly.
  • Subside: To become less intense, violent, or severe.
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Cool down: See 'Variants and Related Words'.
  • Cool it (slang): An imperative meaning to calm down or stop being angry/excited.
    • Hey, man, cool it! There's no need to shout.
Related Idioms
  • Take a chill pill (slang, idiomatic): A humorous way to tell someone to relax or calm down.
    • You need to take a chill pill and cool off.
cool off

After the long run, he splashed water on his face to cool off.

Verb
  1. feel less enamoured of something or somebody
  2. lose intensity
    • His enthusiasm cooled considerably
  3. become quiet or calm, especially after a state of agitation
    • After the fight both men need to cool off.
    • It took a while after the baby was born for things to settle down again.

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