damper

Example Sentences

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There are also fears that geopolitical concerns will put a potential damper on the excitement of a cruise.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 11, 2026

Kenvue has denied the claims, but investors have worried they will put a damper on Tylenol sales.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026

Then came the dual writers’ and actors’ strikes in 2023 that put a damper on production again.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 10, 2025

High housing costs have long put a damper on sales.

From Barron's • Nov. 9, 2025

In our house we have a fireplace in Ireland downstairs and a fireplace in Italy upstairs and no sign of a damper.

From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt