dampening

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Inflation and higher gas prices are dampening the national mood.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

Eurozone flash purchasing managers’ surveys on Thursday were weak, dampening prospects for a eurozone interest-rate increase as early as June.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Higher yields could also put more pressure on the housing market, dampening consumers’ propensity to spend, Berezin said.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

"These increases are likely to weigh on disposable incomes, dampening demand and posing a significant challenge to economic activity over the coming months."

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Grandma weeps quietly, huge tears dampening her face.

From "Ghost Boys" by Jewell Parker Rhodes