lessened
Example Sentences
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None of the controversies have lessened Brandy Melville’s appeal among its target audience, for whom the clothes are often a sign of social status.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 16, 2026
She lost her sight aged 17, five years ago, and says her more observational tics, such as focusing on peoples' physical appearances, have since lessened.
From BBC ● Feb. 27, 2026
As the rain lessened, the wind increased, making holes 12 to 16 particularly challenging.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 19, 2026
There have been years of discussions of a federated European Union cloud and talks of what lessened dependence on the whims of American Big Tech companies might mean.
From Barron's ● Jan. 28, 2026
‘The courtesy of your hall is somewhat lessened of late, Théoden son of Thengel,’ said Gandalf.
From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien
