softening

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This phenomenon, known as "rate softening," is uncommon in most materials.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

Parts of the jewelry market appear to be softening, and people are, understandably, more security-conscious about where they wear their watches and rocks.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Everlane’s popularity declined after the COVID-19 pandemic and the softening of the e-commerce boom in the 2020s.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Behind all of the price breaks is softening demand for the traditional two-year M.B.A.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

I called her on the 19th and she was softening.

From "Dead End in Norvelt" by Jack Gantos