| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Became less busy (5,3) | ||
| Each shed occasionally/completely moderated (5,3) | ||
| Director on holiday behind facility became less serious | The Guardian Quiptic | 21 Apr 2024 |
| Pleased offensive participants calmed down | ||
| Receded | Newsday | 30 Mar 2015 |
| Receded | ||
| Slackened | ||
| Abated | ||
| Slackened | ||
| Abated | ||
| Let up | ||
| Slackened | ||
| Retreated, in a way | ||
| Slackened | ||
| Abated |