dampen
Example Sentences
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“We will be tracking if this may work to dampen demand in the second quarter.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 24, 2026
The 1-1 draw in Monday's match didn't dampen their spirits, with some fans climbing onto their friends' shoulders and waving huge Egyptian flags.
From Barron's • Jun. 18, 2026
“Higher energy prices are likely to weigh on the global economy and dampen demand for Japanese products,” particularly capital goods not related to artificial intelligence, the economist said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 17, 2026
And Tusk is seeking to dampen the spat, appealing to both Zelensky and Nawrocki to have "a direct and honest conversation" before things spiral out of hand.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Her choice to prioritize family life did nothing to dampen her parents’ pride in her academic achievements.
From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly
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