softening

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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

Households in 2025 report, which showed a stable but softening labor market.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

Scientists refer to this effect as "spectral softening."

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

Beverly Ochieng, a senior analyst at Control Risks, said France was "repositioning and softening its presence and reputation".

From BBC • May 12, 2026

The rich smell of the porridge was intoxicating, and its hot mist made a translucent cloud around the woman, softening her many scars.

From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin