dampened
Example Sentences
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They also pointed to evidence that subsidized housing production dampened market-rate construction.
From Salon ● Jul. 4, 2026
Heavy rain on Tuesday morning paused operations and dampened spirits, however.
From Barron's ● Jul. 1, 2026
Constellation Brands STZ -0.41%decrease; down pointing triangle said higher gas prices and economic uncertainty dampened sales of its alcoholic beverages after a promising start in its most recent quarter.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 30, 2026
Pouring rain hasn't dampened the spirits of Scotland fans as they prepare to watch a crucial World Cup match at the country's biggest music festival.
From BBC ● Jun. 19, 2026
Neon signs flashed off and on, reflecting in the streets dampened by the light mist that had been falling steadily for some time.
From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole
