Now… now…

adverb

Used to show a change in situation or to tell someone to be patient or calm.

'Now, now,' he said, 'there's no need to panic.'

adverb

Now listen, now hear me out on this matter.

adverb

'Now, now,' he said, 'there's no need to panic.'

adverb

Now listen, now hear me out on this matter.

Definition 1 of 2

Pro Tip 1/3

Used to soothe someone who is upset or overreacting to a situation.

Now, now, we can resolve this without arguing.

Pro Tip 2/3

Said to remind someone to wait calmly for something.

Now, now, the bus will be here soon, just be patient.

Pro Tip 3/3

Implies that there's no immediate hurry for an action.

Now, now, let's think this through before making a decision.

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