softening

Defra suggested softening the policy to exempt some older people, possibly those over the age of 80.

By comparison, Harris and the Democrats are experiencing a softening in support from key parts of their base such as Black, Hispanic and Latino voters.

His office then edited the press release after publication, softening it by adding the word “potential” before noncitizens.

So he was softening up this naive, narcissistic US president to allow his move on the rest of Ukraine.

However, if you grind your teeth often, the softening could enhance the damage it causes.