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Non-physical actionPlay
Used metaphorically to describe reducing the intensity of actions or emotions, not just physical things. SlideThe government acted swiftly to damp down the rumors.
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Doesn't mean to stop something completely, but to make it less intense. SlideThe new policy helped to damp down the public outcry without silencing the concerns.
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Often negativePlay
Commonly used in contexts where something unwanted is being made less strong. SlideThe principal's announcement helped to damp down the tension among students.