softening
Example Sentences
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Likewise, movement from strong disagreement towards ordinary disagreement may signal a softening of attitudes even when overall disagreement remains high.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 9, 2026
Warsh also said he would be closely watching the pace of softening inflation.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 3, 2026
A.I.’s most famous people have habits of making big, bold assertions about the technology and then softening them over time.
From Slate ● Sep. 1, 2026
She did this countless times across her decades of unwavering support for the queer community, softening and sharpening her humor according to the severity of whatever topic she waded into.
From Salon ● Aug. 28, 2026
As Macon felt himself softening under the weight of memory and music, the song died down.
From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison
