Pronunciation: /sloʊ daʊn/
noun a reduction in speed or the act of decreasing speed
A1 I need to slow down when I walk with my grandmother.
A2 It's important to slow down and enjoy the little moments in life.
B1 Doctors often advise patients to slow down and reduce stress for better health.
B2 The company's decision to slow down production was met with mixed reactions from employees.
C1 The government's efforts to slow down the spread of the virus have been largely successful.
C2 In order to achieve work-life balance, it's crucial to know when to slow down and relax.
verb to reduce the speed of something
A1 Please slow down when you are walking on the street.
A2 I need to slow down and take my time to understand this math problem.
B1 Drivers are advised to slow down in school zones to ensure the safety of children.
B2 In order to avoid mistakes, it's important to slow down and double-check your work.
C1 As a manager, I have learned the importance of slowing down and listening to my team's concerns.
C2 To achieve true mindfulness, one must learn to slow down and appreciate the present moment.
formal The driver was advised to slow down as he approached the sharp curve.
informal Hey, you need to slow down a bit on those turns!
slang Dude, you gotta chill and slow your roll.
figurative It's important to slow down and enjoy the journey instead of rushing through life.
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