dampen
Example Sentences
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The MAS uses currency as a policy tool to dampen inflationary expectations and support growth as trade flows dwarf the island nation’s domestic activity.
But the basic tariff on UK cars exported to the US still increased from 2.5% to 10%, and had a dampening effect on sales.
From BBC
Nike has sought to gain ground on its turnaround despite tariffs and ongoing weakness in China dampening its efforts.
Criticism that his exhibits exploited animals and people did little to dampen his success, with some 38 million Americans paying to enter his museum between 1841 and 1865.
Dow noted that child care prices aren’t the only factor dampening the country’s fertility rate — other research has found that things like housing and health care prices also make an impact.
From Salon
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