as in to relax
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
I'm going to need to mellow out when this stressful week is finally at an end
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In these latter clips, Callas is kind of goofing off, relaxing, letting her hair down.—
Jay Nordlinger,
National Review,
22 Jan. 2025 -
Discover world-class shopping, indulge in exquisite food and beverages, relax in the waterfront precincts, and experience an array of events and theatre productions.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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After an extensive coaching and general manager search, the Jets are winding down their process.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
20 Jan. 2025
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The app won't be removed from people's phones, and the company is not required to shut down the service, but Apple App Store and Google Play Store will likely remove the application and internet service providers will wind down related services to comply with the law and avoid fines.—
Ramon Padilla,
USA TODAY,
17 Jan. 2025
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This set is great for beginners, toddlers (there’s no ink or paint), or folks who want to put the phone away and chill out for a bit.—
Neha Tandon,
Glamour,
17 Jan. 2025
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Coyote caught chilling out in front yard in rare security camera footage A coyote was caught sitting in the front yard of a home in Cape Coral, Florida, via security camera.—
Elizabeth Pritchett,
Fox News,
1 Dec. 2024
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“Mellow (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mellow%20%28out%29. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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