ease off
To slow down, relax, or become less strong or hard.
Meanings
(Of something unpleasant or intense) to become less strong or severe.
"The storm eased off by mid-afternoon, so we were able to go for a walk."
To reduce the pressure, effort, or demands that you are placing on someone or something.
"The coach told the team to ease off during training so they'd be fresh for the match on Saturday."
To remove something gently by reducing pressure or grip.
"He carefully eased the tight lid off the old jar."
Very common in everyday speech. Can describe weather, pain, traffic, or a person's behaviour. When transitive (ease off on something), it means to apply less pressure or reduce the amount of something. Common in British and American English alike.
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