dented

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The guidance comes as RH reported lower revenue for its latest quarter, dented by higher back-order and special order balances as a result of tariff-related resourcing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

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

When the helmet and two of the bracelets were revealed to have been recovered, Robert van Langh, director of the Drents Museum, said the helmet had been slightly dented but could be restored.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

The prospect of further peace talks dented the dollar as a safe haven and America’s position as a net oil exporter.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

One woman carried out their dented metal mixing bowl.

From "Habibi" by Naomi Shihab Nye