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[dent] / dɛnt /




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Reverse mortgages unlock wealth while overcoming the costs and emotional aspects of selling a house, but they can put a serious dent in bequests as fees and interest add up.

From MarketWatch Aug. 25, 2026

It’s too early to tell whether the criticism will dent sales of smart glasses, said Jitesh Ubrani, a director at the market research company IDC.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 7, 2026

After the 2-2 draw with Brighton in April, in which Georginio Rutter scored a 95th-minute equaliser to dent Spurs' survival hopes, De Zerbi revealed he messaged Van Hecke, who assisted the goal.

From BBC Aug. 5, 2026

All it cost them to snatch up the winner of the last two American League Cy Young Awards was three minor-leaguers whose absences will barely make a dent in their loaded farm system.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 2, 2026

“Sometimes they itch or make a dent in my ear. Hurts a little,” Renee said.

From "Hello, Universe" by Erin Entrada Kelly

Over the years, about 100 stray balls have landed within the boundaries of his home, with some hitting and breaking his roof tiles and others leaving deep dents in his car.

From BBC May 28, 2026

But Flock’s AI-powered cameras go even further by also documenting other identifying vehicle details, such as make, model and color, as well as any distinctive markings like scratches or dents on a bumper.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 1, 2026

If the car has significant interior damage or noticeable dents and scratches, Consumer Reports notes, expect to pay extra.

From MarketWatch Feb. 4, 2026

Builders are also reluctant to create a flood of new supply in case this dents prices and profits.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 20, 2026

There were dents and scratches in its hard, smooth surface.

From "The City of Ember" by Jeanne DuPrau

For now, the ongoing turmoil has dented the group's brand image, say experts.

From BBC Aug. 23, 2026

A weakening currency coupled with rising bond yields is often seen as a sign that investor confidence has been dented.

From MarketWatch Aug. 22, 2026

AvaTrade trading specialist Simon Friedman said Apple’s turn to Chinese memory chips “was the one scenario that could have genuinely dented U.S. suppliers’ pricing power over the next few years.”

From MarketWatch Aug. 17, 2026

Results were also dented due to higher sports rights costs.

From Barron's Aug. 5, 2026

The car was dented beyond repair, not just on the bumpers, but on the side doors and the roof.

From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken

Weaker-than-expected Chinese economic data is also likely to be denting market sentiment, say the analysts.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 17, 2026

Europe's beleaguered top economy, especially its energy-hungry manufacturers, have been hit hard by the energy shock unleashed by the war, denting hopes of a strong rebound this year.

From Barron's Jun. 9, 2026

These increases will still strain U.S. farmers’ balance sheets at a time when low crop prices and rising costs for things like equipment and seeds are denting profits.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 8, 2026

In 2024, American scrapped an attempted revamp of its corporate booking system, denting performance.

From Barron's Feb. 10, 2026

Then I felt dead selfish and bossy and mean, and tried to apologize to Papa Thibaut’s mate, in my rubbish French, for denting his fender.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein




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