soften

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Assassination attempts can also soften the tenor of how the media covers presidents.

From Slate • Apr. 26, 2026

While the U.S. and Americas have more domestic supply and inventory buffers, the analyst says higher pump prices are starting to cut into driving in the U.S., as rising airfares soften demand for flights.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 24, 2026

The hurt and humiliation behind Hally’s eyes allow us to adopt Sam’s sympathetic attitude toward the boy, even as Beatty refuses to soften the character’s wrathful entitlement.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

These included suspending duties on all imports with the exception of those from Russia and Belarus and adjusting the carbon border tax to soften its impact, she said.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

"We call her Amber," I add to soften it.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton