When the protesters refused to disperse, the commander calmly stands down the riot police to avoid escalation.

After the scandal, the CEO announced she was standing down to allow the company to recover.

After the scandal, the CEO stood down to allow the company to recover.

After the long meeting, she calmed down and agreed to listen.

When the music plays, he calms down and focuses on his work.

After months of tracking down old records, the historian finally uncovered the truth.

She carefully tracks down rare vinyl records at flea markets every weekend.

The detective tracked down the missing witness before the trial began.

The committee was accused of watering down the safety regulations to appease the industry.

The committee often waters down proposals to avoid controversy.