dampen
verb (used with object)
has dampened
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present perfectof dampen (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Seeing his place in its current state has dampened his spirits but not his determination to rebuild.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 1, 2026
"The current fuel curve has dampened our expectations."
From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026
GameStop has also been looking for ways to reignite its customer base as online gaming has dampened the relevance of the company’s bricks-and-mortar stores.
From MarketWatch ● May 12, 2026
The UK's economic growth has dampened, with a backdrop of slower hiring as businesses cut back due to higher costs.
From BBC ● Feb. 17, 2026
A cold drizzle has dampened the sidewalk, and as I step outside, I’m hit with a blast of chilly night air.
From "Warcross" by Marie Lu
