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Damp down
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Meaning:
Calm or reduce feelings, emotions
Example:
They tried to DAMP DOWN the anger over the announcement.
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Damp down
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Meaning:
Make a fire burn less
Example:
They tried to DAMP DOWN the flames before the fire spread.
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Damp off
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Meaning:
When there is too much moisture and a plant is affected by fungal parasites
Example:
The seedlings DAMP OFF in the spring if it's very wet.