dampened
Example Sentences
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And once the fire is dampened down, the habitats needed to support fragile ecosystems are lost, sometimes for decades, Craig Best - National Trust general manager for the Peak District - said.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
"The current fuel curve has dampened our expectations."
From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026
They also pointed to evidence that subsidized housing production dampened market-rate construction.
From Salon ● Jul. 4, 2026
Constellation Brands said higher gas prices and economic uncertainty dampened sales of its alcoholic beverages after a promising start to its recent quarter.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 30, 2026
The moon outside was so full it looked as if it would burst, and moistness dampened his eyes.
From "Where the Mountain Meets the Moon" by Grace Lin
