dampened
Example Sentences
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Weak U.S. jobs data, showing nonfarm payrolls rose by only 29,000 in September, have dampened prospects of an October rate increase.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
However, the lure of signing foreign talent will be dampened by the removal of club injury credit, which helps cover the cost of replacing an injured player.
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026
"The current fuel curve has dampened our expectations."
From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026
For McDuffie, who made $5.78 profit from her “Love Island” wager, the risk hasn’t dampened the appeal.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 15, 2026
The sheriff dampened the papers with a wet handkerchief to get them apart.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
