dented

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Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor has become one of the most visible Bitcoin bulls over the last few years, and the decision to sell—while not totally unexpected —likely dented retail investors’ confidence in the asset.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

He admits that the gossip and speculation, combined with bitter, post-break-up interviews by his bandmates, dented his ego.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

The manufacturer announced last year it was slowing its shift to EVs, a move that dented 10-brand Volkswagen's profits by billions of euros.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

Quarterly rides missed Wall Street’s forecast, dented by severe winter storms in the Northeast, despite rising by 8.5%.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

My shovel had dented the top of it, but it was still whole and sound even after years in the earth.

From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk