| Rating | Solver | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| RELAX | Become less tense | |
| SLACKEN | To become slack; to be made less tense, firm, or rigid; to decrease in tension; as, a wet cord slackens in dry weather. | |
| COOLDOWN | Become less angry | |
| RELENT | Become less severe | |
| EASE | Become less painful | |
| TAPEROFF | Become gradually less | |
| DECREASE | Make or become less | |
| SUBSIDE | Become less intense or severe | |
| DIEAWAY | Become less loud or strong | |
| DIEDOWN | Become less loud or strong | |
| SLAKE | To abate; to become less decided. | |
| THINOUT | Move into hut and become less crowded | |
| COOL | To become less hot; to lose heat. | |