soften
Example Sentences
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I like to keep a small notebook in the kitchen for this sort of thing, a place to jot down ideas while the kettle boils or something softens on the stove.
From Salon
Some areas may swell, shrink, or soften more than others when exposed to temperature changes, liquids, or mechanical forces.
From Science Daily
However, noninterest income is likely to soften due to seasonally weaker wealth management activity.
When her fingers were softened, he pushed back the cuticles.
From Literature
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Plus, it seemed odd to smile in this grim place, but I tried to soften my expression, and nodded gently at the little face that reminded me of Mawuli as a little kid.
From Literature
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