damp

Example Sentences

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Snow sometimes dusts the surrounding slopes, melting by afternoon into damp earth as manzanita and mountain lilac begin to flower.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

The Riksbank expects the conflict to damp near-term growth somewhat and lift inflation as a result of higher energy prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

It smelled faintly damp — a mingling of industrial carpet cleaner and coffee that had been sitting on a warming plate too long.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

At the same time, it’s in the interest of both hyperscalers and regulators to keep residential power costs in check, he said, as local backlash could damp enthusiasm for new projects in the state.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

Metal blades bit into damp dirt, easily moved as if previously disturbed.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock