The term 'ease off' can be defined as a gradual decrease in intensity or activity. This can be represented by the crossword solutions of LULL (4 letters), LOOSEN (6 letters), RELENT (6 letters), RELAX (5 letters), LETUP (5 letters), ABATE (5 letters), EBB (3 letters), LESSEN (6 letters), and RECEDE (6 letters). Each of these words implies a decrease in intensity or activity, with LULL referring to a calming or quieting, LOOSEN to a loosening of restrictions, RELENT to a yielding or giving in, RELAX to a calming or lessening of tension, LETUP to a decrease in activity, ABATE to a diminishing or fading away, EBB to a flowing away, LESSEN to a reduction in size or amount, and RECEDE to a withdrawal or retreat.