smooth down

smooth down {v.}

To make calm; calm down.

Mrs. Smith's feelings were hurt and we couldn't smooth her down.

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Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms

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[smooth over] {v.} To make something seem better or more pleasant; try to excuse. * /Bill tried to smooth over his argument with Mary by making her laugh./ Syn.: [GLOSS […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

smooth away

[smooth away] {v.} To remove; (unpleasant feelings) take away. * /Mr. Jones' new job smoothed away his worry about money./ A Dictionary of American Idioms

calm down

[calm down] {v. phr.} To become quiet; relax. * /"Calm down, Mr. Smith," the doctor said with a reassuring smile. "You are going to live a long time."/ A Dictionary of American Idioms

smooth sailing

[smooth sailing] See: [PLAIN SAILING]. A Dictionary of American Idioms