The difference between Pull in one's horns and Settle down
When used as verbs, pull in one's horns means to become less impassioned, aggressive, or argumentative, whereas settle down means to become quiet and calm after a period of disturbance or restlessness.
check bellow for the other definitions of Pull in one's horns and Settle down
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Pull in one's horns as a verb (idiomatic):
To become less impassioned, aggressive, or argumentative; to exercise restraint; to yield or capitulate.
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Settle down as a verb:
To become quiet and calm after a period of disturbance or restlessness.
Examples:
"It took John a while to settle down after the [[phone]] call."
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Settle down as a verb:
To establish a settled lifestyle, and especially to marry.
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Settle down as a verb (with "in"):
to get comfortable with one's new accommodation or circumstances.
Examples:
"I have not yet settled down in my new apartment."