deflate

Example Sentences

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It was reminiscent of Roger Federer at his best, able to relieve pressure and deflate opponents by serving his way out of trouble.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

The longer it takes for supply to return, the longer it will take oil prices to deflate from current levels.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

“The great hurt and fear for folks that steward the farmworker movement now is that this news will deflate the struggle that is so essential and is so hard,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

“Undertone” is packed with plenty of similarly ridiculous plot points that deflate if you even so much as toss a withering glance their way.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

As soon as he disappears into the basement, the dogs sort of deflate.

From "Liar & Spy" by Rebecca Stead