Example Sentences

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He told the jury the accused had calmed down after Pupil A left the room.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2025

Afterward, Ohtani had calmed considerably, conducting his postgame press conference with a cap on backwards and a relaxed grin.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 26, 2024

She and Gabriela were sheltering from the rockets with other relatives and she sent him a picture of their sleepy dog, saying it had calmed down.

From Reuters • Oct. 20, 2023

He said he decided to post the video online the following morning, after he had calmed down.

From Washington Times • Jun. 27, 2023

At the sight of the scalpel in Mia’s hands, Lexie—who had calmed down by the end of the drive—began to cry again.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng