dampened

Example Sentences

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—The dollar rose as concerns about renewed tensions in the Iran war dampened risk sentiment and lifted oil prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

None of this has dampened her opposition to the regime, but her feelings about the war have changed.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

The strongest reason for optimism is that many of the headwinds that dampened prices over the past six months are finally starting to ease.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

The ONS said supermarket sales fell back from January, while household goods retailers saw demand dampened due to February's wet weather.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Some of the clay balls were drying out too quickly; he dampened the cloths that covered them.

From "A Single Shard" by Linda Sue Park