softening

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But once harvested, mangoes continue to ripen quickly, making them highly vulnerable to softening, moisture loss, and spoilage during storage and transport.

From Science Daily • May 23, 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

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

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

David Sacks, a fellow for Asia studies at the Council on Foreign Relations, said that the softening of Trump's tone will likely trickle down to other officials, Republican lawmakers and Trump's wider base.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

He put his hand against the glass and realized it was softening, melting like ice.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan