The term 'QUIETS DOWN' can be described by four different crossword solutions: MUTES (5 letters), ABATES (6 letters), DIES (4 letters), and HUSHES (6 letters). Mutes means to reduce the volume of sound, while abates means to reduce in intensity or degree. Dies means to become silent or cease to exist, and HUSHES means to become quiet or still. Finally, calms means to make or become peaceful or tranquil. All of these words describe the action of becoming quiet or still.