dented
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The country's supply chains are "very flexible", and its historic boom in exports has not been significantly dented by tariffs so far, she noted.
From Barron's ● Sep. 17, 2026
In the U.S., sales were dented by lower demand for electric and plug-in hybrid cars, while the automotive industry remains under pressure across all regions, it added.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026
Big Ten revenue has dented the deficit, according to budget figures obtained by the California Post, but the expense of fielding competitive teams in all sports is soaring.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 31, 2026
For now, the ongoing turmoil has dented the group's brand image, say experts.
From BBC ● Aug. 23, 2026
A dented Saint Christopher medal on a copper chain;
From "Out of Darkness" by Ashley Hope Pérez
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