slacken off
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To slacken or lessen; to become less intense.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To do (something) less intensely.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “slacken off” mean?
To slacken or lessen; to become less intense.
Is “slacken off” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.