denting
- present participle of dent.
Example Sentences
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Europe's beleaguered top economy, especially its energy-hungry manufacturers, have been hit hard by the energy shock unleashed by the war, denting hopes of a strong rebound this year.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
The Covid comparison isn’t perfect: High prices are denting demand already, and this isn’t as big or sudden of a crisis as the pandemic.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
Southwest reported a first-quarter profit of $227 million, with higher fuel costs denting earnings by 22 cents a share.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026
Focusing on earnings might ultimately be a way to cut through the increasing noise that has been denting stocks recently.
From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026
Then I felt dead selfish and bossy and mean, and tried to apologize to Papa Thibaut’s mate, in my rubbish French, for denting his fender.
From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein
