Meaning of the word "ease up on" in English
What does "ease up on" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
ease up on
US /iːz ʌp ɑːn/
UK /iːz ʌp ɑːn/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to reduce the amount of something, or to do something with less effort or intensity
Example:
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You need to ease up on the sugar if you want to be healthier.
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The coach told the players to ease up on their training for a few days.
2.
to become less severe or intense; to relax or calm down
Example:
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The rain began to ease up on its intensity.
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You need to ease up on yourself and stop worrying so much.
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