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Strout’s narrative also flashes forward at times, muting suspense, revealing more than we might wish.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

US oil giants reported lower earnings Friday with accounting effects muting the benefits of the Middle East oil shock, as ExxonMobil's CEO cautioned that crude prices could still increase.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

The limited age range for super catch-up contributions may be muting the benefit, according to Miklos Ringbauer, founder and principal of MiklosCPA, an accounting and tax-strategy firm.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 2026

To make it a full month without buying, Piper suggests muting and unfollowing anything that encourages spending, like marketing emails or Instagram accounts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 21, 2026

Butler checked the porta-radar, muting the volume in case the equipment betrayed their position.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer