soften

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

However, she says, her sister's view – like that of several other Iranians the BBC has heard from - has softened as the attacks have continued.

From BBC

The UK's housing market is likely to soften as households face rising mortgage and energy costs due to the impact of the Iran war, Nationwide has said.

From BBC

His gaze softens, and I see the real Mr. Harris show himself.

From Literature

If the fungi could cure lockjaw, he’d feel a softening in those joints.

From Literature

Flash PMI estimates this month pointed to a softening in output growth following the energy price shock.

From The Wall Street Journal