chill out

verb

1. (intr, adverb) to relax, esp after energetic dancing or a spell of hard work

adjective

1. suitable for relaxation after energetic dancing or hard work

   a chill-out area

   chill-out music

chill out

1. To not get so excited; to take it easy: “Hey, chill out, we'll get there sooner or later.” This phrase can also mean to relax; to have a good time: “On my vacation I just want to chill out on the beach with a good book.” It is often shortened to the imperative chill: “Chill! We can do without your bad behavior.”

Idioms and Phrases

Calm down or relax, as in Don't let it bother you—just chill out, or Rex decided to come home and chill out for a while. [Slang; 1970s.] Also see cool it.

Example Sentences

Luke: Tuchel needs to chill out about the atmosphere, it's only a friendly where the game was won at half-time.

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"I will be very chilled out, try to let everyone relax and let the talent take over," an unfazed Bethell told BBC Sport.

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"Sunday morning I was on the start line, first practice run, everyone's chilled out for the first run, but no, I was there, wanting to go flat out and just sent it."

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As flag flying and roundabout spraying grew in Greater Manchester this week, Burnham asked people to "chill out" - something many seem to find easier said than done at the moment.

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That's what some drinks companies are promising with beverages formulated specifically to help you chill out.

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