calm
adjective
without rough motion; still or nearly still.
calmed
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past participleof calm.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof calm.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
calmadjectivewithout rough motion; still or nearly still.
Example Sentences
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While Middle East tensions calmed in June, a breakdown in negotiations and escalation of attacks in the Persian Gulf this month threaten to weigh further on the economy ahead.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
The game then calmed down, with only two shown in the second half.
From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2026
“As soon as Friday evening rolled around, the fighting picked up, but by Sunday night and futures opening, things had calmed down.”
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 29, 2026
“We need to be more decisive; the win has calmed the nerves we’ve had over the last few days,” Mexico defender Israel Reyes said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 18, 2026
“She even calmed down a little when the lady was there.”
From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland
