had eased
- past perfect of ease.
Example Sentences
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But by November, the White House had eased tariffs on key Brazilian exports, such as beef and coffee, and it lifted sanctions against De Moraes in December and began signaling appreciation for Lula.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 2, 2026
On Thursday, the energy sector had eased back by 0.5% to $843.44, marking a modest fall from its all-time closing high of $847.77 the day before.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 12, 2026
It added that although inflation had eased, "many families still cannot meet basic needs without reducing food quality or skipping meals".
From BBC ● Nov. 26, 2025
European Central Bank chief Christine Lagarde said Thursday that "downside risks" to eurozone growth had eased, after the central bank kept interest rates steady for a third straight meeting.
From Barron's ● Oct. 30, 2025
Lee listened, and sure enough, there was that engine sound, easier to make out now that the rain had eased a little.
From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman
