dim
adjective
not bright; obscure from lack of light or emitted light.
has dimmed
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present perfectof dim (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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The mood in the crypto market has dimmed in the past year, with prices falling and a marquee bill to regulate the industry failing to gain traction in Congress.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 25, 2026
The threat of resurgent inflation has dimmed the outlook for interest rate cuts that were expected from Brazil to India.
From Barron's ● Apr. 20, 2026
In a statement to Variety, the singer’s family said that “The shining star of our family has dimmed his light for us in this life.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 14, 2025
In recent years, the network’s sunny summertime charm has dimmed.
From Salon ● Aug. 2, 2025
But why so mournful? what has dimmed your light?
From The Birth of the War-God A Poem by Kalidasa by Kalidasa
