Become less intense Crossword Clue

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DEESCALATE

(10 letters)

EASEUP

(6 letters)

EBB

(3 letters)

LETUP

(5 letters)

Helpful Hints

(verb)
1. become less in amount or intensity
2. make less active or intense

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

BECOME (verb)
1. undergo a change or development
2. enhance the appearance of
INTENSE (adjective)
1. extremely sharp or severe
2. (of color) having the highest saturation

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

DEESCALATE
(10 letters)
EASEUP
(6 letters)
EBB
(3 letters)
LETUP
(5 letters)

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