dampen

Example Sentences

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Oil’s rise could boost inflation, but higher prices could also dampen growth.

From Barron's

Oil’s rise could boost inflation, but higher prices could also dampen growth.

From Barron's

“Geopolitical uncertainty could weigh on confidence, influence risk perceptions and dampen discretionary travel demand,” the WTO said.

From The Wall Street Journal

This dampened us a bit, but as the blasts came closer and closer, nothing could keep down hope.

From Literature

Hiring has slowed, consumer sentiment has dampened, and the housing market remains subdued.

From Barron's