soften

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However, MOF glasses soften only at high temperatures -- above 300 °C -- close to their degradation temperature, making manufacturing challenging and limiting broader use.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

Merck is moving to soften an upcoming blow in 2028, when key patent protections for Keytruda begin to expire.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

SIA’s outlook in the near term remains clouded by high jet fuel costs and travel demand, which could soften as consumers defer travel, Tan says.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

They rise when Americans feel secure enough financially, and soften when families are under duress.

From MarketWatch • May 16, 2026

It would take several more storms for the ground to soften.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer