dulled

Example Sentences

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The law’s shield is shattered, and its sword is dulled.

From Slate • May 1, 2026

This constant exposure has dulled the shock of many controversies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

The bigger question now may be less about appearance and more about whether age and inactivity have dulled those attributes.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

The gloves are weathered and white, their brightness dulled by the decades, with the brand name “reusch” across the knuckles and a big, plum-colored sun on top.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026

The house seemed smaller and quieter after the trip south, and the first bloom of San Francisco’s glamour had dulled around the edges.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou