dent

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Murphy’s fellow representative, Democrat Zac Ista, told ProPublica he hadn’t been able to make a dent in this legislature.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

The inflation readings themselves are likely to attract more attention, but even large price increases in recent months haven’t done much to dent stocks.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

If the market drops just as you’re starting to withdraw money in retirement, it can put a real dent in your nest egg.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

Uncertainty surrounding the duration of the war has led consumers to delay spending, while elevated energy prices continue to dent purchasing power.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

But Peeta's knife and Johanna's ax can't make a dent in it.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins