Lose intensity (3,2)

I believe the answer is:

let up

(Other definitions for let up that I've seen before include "Pause, respite" , "quiet period" , "stop" , "Relent, relax" , "Pause (in tiring task)" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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