damper

Example Sentences

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“I do think it could lead to a burst of uncertainty, which could be a damper on activity.”

From MarketWatch • Feb. 20, 2026

Kenvue has denied the claims, but investors have worried they will put a damper on Tylenol sales.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026

It’s likely that Thursday’s storm will be more beneficial than hazardous, helping to further put a damper on the autumn fire season.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2025

Even if there aren’t any more cockroaches, the credit scare could still put a damper on the economy.

From Barron's • Oct. 17, 2025

Dad was here to put a damper on everything we’d worked for.

From "The Season of Styx Malone" by Kekla Magoon