dampen
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"A repeat beat on Thursday could trigger a similar rotation; a miss, by contrast, may dampen hike expectations and lift rates-sensitive equities."
From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026
This season’s shrinking vacation marks a shift for many Americans, who for years have refused to let inflation and tariffs dampen their travel plans, said Geoff Freeman, chief executive of the U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026
The 1-1 draw in Monday's match didn't dampen their spirits, with some fans climbing onto their friends' shoulders and waving huge Egyptian flags.
From Barron's • Jun. 18, 2026
The Reserve Bank of Australia raised rates by 25 basis points at each of its past three meetings in an effort to dampen inflation, fully reversing the cuts made in 2025.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
Despite being low on funds, it didn't dampen their spirits.
From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple
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