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softens
  • present tense form of soften (3rd person singular).

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Buying equity stakes rather than owning depreciating fleets softens that, but the line between “demand layer” and “co-investor in hardware” thins with each deal.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 24, 2026

The bread itself naturally softens and rounds everything out, so you don’t need an alarming amount to make it feel indulgent.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

The additives lower the temperature at which the glass softens and make it flow more easily when heated, which could simplify manufacturing.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

The Bank of Thailand is widely expected to keep its benchmark policy rate at 1.00% on Wednesday, as growth softens and inflationary pressures rise.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

My mom’s voice softens a bit, trying a different tack.

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed