Blow itself out

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verb

To slowly diminish or end naturally.

Don't worry about the fire, it will blow itself out soon.
Visual representation of "blow itself out" - To slowly diminish or end naturally

Often appears as...

  • the fire will blow itself out
  • the storm will blow itself out
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Temporary State

The phrase suggests a process that resolves without intervention, often quickly.

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After the noise from the party, the house finally blew itself out and peace returned.
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Not Literal

Used figuratively for situations, arguments, or events that die down on their own.

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The excitement about the rumor blew itself out when the truth was revealed.
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Natural Resolution

Implies an issue will end naturally, without needing to be solved.

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He was worried about the protest, but it blew itself out without any trouble.
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