dampen

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

“The lending data and Nationwide survey could “show a softening in housing market conditions, as affordability concerns may have mounted ahead of Wednesday’s budget, dampening demand,” Investec economist Lottie Gosling said in a note.

From The Wall Street Journal

The fire seems to have dampened the event, as many fans deeming the event “boring,” and others with mixed responses on the continuation of the show despite the fire.

From Salon

That may have worked in the past, but Kodali said all sorts of issues may be dampening people’s moods — like the shortage of affordable housing, worries about AI and immigration-related arrests.

From MarketWatch

Importantly, brands said that modest tariff-related price increases hadn’t dampened the resurgence.

From Barron's

Importantly, brands said that modest tariff-related price increases hadn’t dampened the resurgence.

From Barron's