chill out

British  

verb

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

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adjective

1. suitable for relaxation after energetic dancing or hard work

   a chill-out area

   chill-out music

chill out Cultural  

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.”

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chill out Idioms  

1. 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.

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Example Sentences

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chill out

In his newsletter, the Surge, Jim explains one story that’s essential for understanding the news, one story to keep an eye on, and one story that everyone needs to chill out about.

From Slate ● Oct. 9, 2026

Still, when it comes to Sullivan, the game’s old-timers—the folks who are usually cynical about this stuff, who urge us all to chill out and relax—can’t contain their enthusiasm.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026

One of the reasons I was so ferocious about getting “Elsinore” made was that I would put all of myself into this and then maybe I can chill out a bit more.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 5, 2026

My suggestion — throw on your best headphones and find a shady tree to lean back against and chill out.

From Salon ● Jun. 6, 2026

"It's cool if you chill out here," I said, like I owned the building or something.

From "When I Was the Greatest" by Jason Reynolds

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