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dimmed



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When two MAX jets suffered fatal crashes within months of each other in 2018 and 2019, his enthusiasm dimmed.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026

The April ceasefire put an end to the most intense fighting, but sporadic attacks -- mainly around the Strait of Hormuz -- have dimmed prospects for a final peace agreement.

From Barron's ● Aug. 31, 2026

With the overhead lights dimmed and soft light spilling from the dioramas, the displays looked like windows to other worlds.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026

A vital warning from experts is to avoid looking at the sun even when it appears to have dimmed during the eclipse.

From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026

He introduced himself as Rowan, and they shook hands just as the lights dimmed, the curtain went up, and the music exploded too lush and loud for them to be able to hold a conversation.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman


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