damper

Example Sentences

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“I do think it could lead to a burst of uncertainty, which could be a damper on activity.”

From MarketWatch

Kenvue has denied the claims, but investors have worried they will put a damper on Tylenol sales.

From The Wall Street Journal

Nothing, not even Freddy and Teddy moaning and groaning as they filed off the bus, could put a damper on today.

From Literature

McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos said he is concerned about the raids raising home prices and putting a damper on new business investment.

From The Wall Street Journal

That’s put a damper on the optimism heading into this year about a potential dollar rebound.

From MarketWatch