easing

Example Sentences

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Meanwhile, tensions between Iran and the US show no sign of easing.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

That’s lopped several dollars from global oil prices, produced an easing in Treasury bond yields, and stoked risk appetite—tied in large part to the improving AI sentiment.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Downstream steel consumption is easing from elevated levels, while shrinking mill margins continue to weigh on demand, they say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

For decades, small grooves on ancient human teeth were thought to be evidence of deliberate tool use – people cleaning their teeth with sticks or fibers, or easing gum pain with makeshift “toothpicks.”

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

“Why, yes, M’am. That’d be right nice,” Spoon Man replied, easing himself into a chair.

From "Stella by Starlight" by Sharon M. Draper