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"We need immigration to soften enough that housing has a chance to catch up," he said, while stressing the housing shortage was not caused by migrants.

From Barron's ● Sep. 17, 2026

So please, just fight for the things that crack light into your life, fight for the things that soften you.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2026

Trade unions are putting pressure on the government to soften proposed changes to immigration rules, which would make it harder for foreign workers to secure permanent residency in the UK.

From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026

It takes a little holiday break and Alice’s decision to attend Zelda’s holiday party to soften her mood.

From Salon ● Sep. 10, 2026

I wonder if it’ll ever be enough to thaw the freeze, or if the ice will just soften for a moment, then harden again.

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen

She also noted that as the diamond sector softens, shoppers have become more interested in colored gems.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 15, 2026

Affluent Americans are drawn to Florida for its favorable tax environment, warm weather and waterfront lifestyle, keeping demand for luxury homes strong even as the broader housing market softens.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026

The “falling backwards” Daphne experiences in Eddie’s company — traversing time — soothes, softens and delights her.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 2, 2026

Instead of carving away tissue like LASIK, the method temporarily softens the cornea so it can be gently molded into a new shape.

From Science Daily ● May 28, 2026

Caught, I stammer, trying to come up with some kind of explanation, because I know how bad this must look—but Mrs. McCracken’s face softens.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman

It’s found in a softened honey butter alongside house-made focaccia and sourdough.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 17, 2026

"I don't know whether it's softened me, but it certainly made me more aware of my own innate softness."

From Barron's ● Sep. 14, 2026

Though spending power in the south of England is impacted by higher housing costs compared to the north, the hit to households on average is softened by higher incomes and the divide remains, researchers said.

From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2026

The passage of time hasn’t softened anyone’s read, and few people are rushing to publicly declare their love for the show in 2026.

From Salon ● Aug. 30, 2026

Those eyes that had witnessed so much horror softened with sincere worry.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda

Likewise, movement from strong disagreement towards ordinary disagreement may signal a softening of attitudes even when overall disagreement remains high.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 9, 2026

Tourism-dependent segments, including luxury retail, department stores and jewelry, also face more headwinds if there are fewer visitors in Singapore or softening tourist spending.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 7, 2026

If that softening trend continues in next week’s inflation data, there won’t be a need to hike rates, Waller said.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 3, 2026

A.I.’s most famous people have habits of making big, bold assertions about the technology and then softening them over time.

From Slate ● Sep. 1, 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