dampening

Example Sentences

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"These increases are likely to weigh on disposable incomes, dampening demand and posing a significant challenge to economic activity over the coming months."

From BBC • May 14, 2026

The situation is still precarious, says Patel, noting that “industry participants remain cautious, as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could weigh on consumer confidence and spending, further dampening demand.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Prices are likely to stay elevated well into the end of the year, even if a peace deal is reached, driving up inflation and dampening economic growth.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

In the wake of the immigration raids last summer, many of their potential patrons refrained from hosting celebrations, dampening their business.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

Call’s total lack of enthusiasm for my poem had had a dampening effect.

From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson