Defusing a Situation
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Let's calm down.
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said to make someone less angry, upset, or emotional

take it easy
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to rest, relax, or be calm

This is getting out of hand.
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said when a situation is becoming too difficult to control

take a breather
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said to stop the discussion or conflict so that the involved person can calm down and assess the situation better

simmer down
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another way of telling someone to calm down

chill
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a very casual way of telling someone to calm down

Clear your head.
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said to suggest that someone remain calm and not let emotions cloud their judgment

Hold your horses.
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used to tell someone to slow down or be patient instead of acting rashly and thoughtlessly

Cool it!
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slang for `calm down`

Break it up.
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often said when separating parties that are having a physical altercation

Take a chill pill.
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a very casual way of telling someone to calm down

Cool your jets!
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a very informal way of telling someone to relax and be calm

loosen up
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a casual way of telling someone to be less serious and uptight or to be more relaxed

Dial it down.
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said to lessen the intensity of a situation

Give it a break. / Give it a rest.
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said to tell someone to stop talking about something unpleasant or to drop a subject

We can talk about this.
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said when the situation has become tensed; can also be said to mean that a conflict can be resolved through proper communication
