The club room returned to quiet. All that could be heard was the sound of pencil on sketchpad.

The storm has died down.

The storm didn't abate for several hours.

The wind calmed down.

The confusion is all over.

When the shooting died down a bit, Daddy ran over to our flat and brought us back some sandwiches.

When I contemplate the sea, I feel calm.

Music has settled her nerves.

As the room fall silent, only the ticking sound of an old clock could be heard.