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
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
None of this has dampened her opposition to the regime, but her feelings about the war have changed.
From BBC ● May 10, 2026
Hiring has slowed, consumer sentiment has dampened, and the housing market remains subdued.
From Barron's ● Mar. 18, 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
