Zoeken
to cool off
[phrase form: cool]
01
tot rust komen, afkoelen
to become calmer or less angry, usually after a period of heightened emotions or intensity
Example
The athlete took a break to cool off after a strenuous workout.
Taking a walk in the fresh air helped him cool off and gain a clearer perspective on the issue.
After the argument, we both needed some time to cool off before discussing the issue again.
02
kalmeren, afkoelen
to cause someone to become calm or less angry or excited
Example
The manager 's decision to cancel the project helped cool off tensions among the team members.
Example
As the day progressed, the initial excitement about the event started to cool off.
The enthusiasm for the project seemed to cool off after facing unexpected challenges.
The tension in the room began to cool off as everyone took a moment to collect their thoughts.
04
afkoelen, kalmeren
to reduce the intensity, speed, or strength of a particular activity, trend, or phenomenon
Example
The introduction of a competing product could cool off the sales boom our company has experienced in the last quarter.
New restrictions on mortgage lending are designed to cool off the housing market by making it harder for buyers to get loans.
The central bank 's decision to raise interest rates is part of a strategy to cool off rapid economic growth and prevent the economy from overheating.
05
afkoelen, de temperatuur verlagen
to reduce the temperature of someone or something, such as a beverage
Example
A refreshing lemonade will always cool off children during summertime.
Turning on the air conditioning in the car quickly cooled off the passengers.
To cool off the soup, she placed it in the refrigerator for a few minutes before serving.
06
afkoelen, koelen
to decrease in temperature
Example
During hot summer days, people often seek shade or air conditioning to cool off.
Taking a cold shower is a great way to cool off after a workout.
She took a dip in the pool to cool off from the scorching heat.
Voorbeeld
The athlete took a break to cool off after a strenuous workout.
Taking a walk in the fresh air helped him cool off and gain a clearer perspective on the issue.
After the argument, we both needed some time to cool off before discussing the issue again.
After their heated argument, they needed some time to cool off and reflect on the situation.
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