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Gen X (1965-1979)
Take a chill pill
Used when someone is anxious or overreacting to a situation.
Literal Meaning
To take a medication that induces relaxation or calmness, often associated with anxiety relief.
Actual Meaning
Calm down, relax - stop overreacting
Examples in Context

'Take a chill pill!' (Translation: Calm down)

Helpful Tips
  • 180s-90s phrase
  • 2Can be condescending
  • 3About calming down
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
calm down
relax
cool off
take it easy
unwind
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