slow down

Definitions

1. 1

   To decelerate.

   • When approaching a bend in the road, slow down, and speed up after leaving it.
   • Crossing stations on single lines are laid out so that one line has a straight run through, and is signalled in each direction, avoiding the need to slow down to take the turnout into the loop.
   • When the long, hot journey drew to its end and the train slowed down for the last time, there was a stir in Jessamy’s carriage.
2. 2

   To reduce the velocity, speed, or tempo of something.

   • With a comfortable lead, the football team slowed down the tempo of the game.
   • Oh, run away / You better not hesitate / Better hurry, don't wait now / Run away / Before you find it's too late / 'Cause you know how love slows you down
3. 3

   To become less intense, enthusiastic, etc., usually with a positive connotation, implying…

   To become less intense, enthusiastic, etc., usually with a positive connotation, implying that one is stripped of exaggerated or unnecessary eagerness.

   • Whoa, slow down there, bucko. Everyone will get a chance. Be patient.

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• antonymspeed up
• antonymaccelerate