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Used to tell someone to become less agitated or upset, often in tense situations. SlideAfter the argument, I told him to calm down before we continued talking.
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Appropriate in casual or private settings, but may be too informal for serious or professional discussions. SlideWhen she began to raise her voice, her friend whispered, 'Calm down, let's not make a scene.'
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Potentially DismissivePlay
Telling someone to calm down can sometimes be seen as dismissing their feelings. SlideHe felt ignored when his boss said, 'Just calm down,' instead of addressing his concerns.