dulled

Example Sentences

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The law’s shield is shattered, and its sword is dulled.

From Slate • May 1, 2026

The bigger question now may be less about appearance and more about whether age and inactivity have dulled those attributes.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

For them, there will be no better feeling than paying off their mortgage and writing that last check — even if the satisfaction is slightly dulled because of your generosity.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 8, 2026

L’Belle-Tividad believes everyone has innate intuitive ability, but that the realities of contemporary life — a 9-to-5 job, screen addictions, long commutes — have dulled our senses.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 8, 2025

By Saturday afternoon she was back in her own room, and by Sunday the pain had dulled.

From "Lyddie" by Katherine Paterson