- comparative of soft.
softer
Example Sentences
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The monthly advance was sharper than the 0.8% rise in the index expected by economists, and follows a softer 0.3% increase in producer prices in June.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026
“Markets are effectively being pulled in two directions — higher energy prices are strengthening the case for tighter policy, while softer underlying inflation could give central banks a reason to remain cautious.”
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 9, 2026
The yen neared its strongest level against the dollar of 2026, extending a recent surge spurred by higher Bank of Japan rate expectations and a softer dollar.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
Even Universal and Illumination’s “Minions & Monsters” had a softer audience reception than previous installments of the powerhouse “Despicable Me” and “Minions” franchise.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
For this sheet, he chose the softer medium of red chalk over the scratchy line of pen and ink that he used in rough sketches.
From "History of Art, Volume 1" by H.W. Janson
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