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slowed down

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adjective

  • Characterizing something that has been subjected to a reduction in speed, often for artistic or analytical effect.

verb

  • To have decreased in velocity, activity, or pace.

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Amodei urged the pace of development to be slowed down and the bosses of two rival AI firms, Sam Altman of OpenAI and Elon Musk, said they agreed with him.

From BBC Sep. 14, 2026

American Eagle Outfitters AEO -1.92%decrease; down pointing triangle said same-store sales for its fast-growing Aerie brand slowed down from prior quarters.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 9, 2026

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  • decelerated
  • lost steam
  • braked
  • took it down a notch

Possible Antonyms

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  • went full throttle
  • kicked into high gear
  • ramped up
  • sped up

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