Idiom
Cool Your Jets
Meaning: Calm down, or slow down and stop rushing.
How to use it
It’s informal American slang, often said to friends or family who are angry, overexcited or impatient. It can sound a little bossy or teasing, so don’t say it to your boss or a customer. Change the pronoun to fit: “He needs to cool his jets.” Similar phrases include “chill out,” “take it easy” and “hold your horses.”
Examples
- Cool your jets. We’ve got plenty of time to get to the airport.
- He was yelling about the parking ticket until his wife told him to cool his jets.
- I know you’re excited about the trip, but cool your jets and finish your work first.
A common mistake
It’s always plural: cool your jets, not “cool your jet.” And saying it to someone who is really upset can make things worse, so in serious moments try take your time or “let’s talk about it.”
Say it out loud
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Source: A Way with Words