Example Sentences

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At the same time that flippability has flattened American home design, the algorithm has smoothed out the tastes of Americans across class lines.

From Salon • Aug. 23, 2025

His steady backfield production has smoothed the transition for a Weber State offense filling holes at other skill positions coming into the season.

From Washington Times • Sep. 14, 2023

But in the past quarter-century, outrage at the monarchy has smoothed out into a civil, respectful mourning period, writes Sarah Lyall.

From New York Times • Sep. 13, 2022

The old version could be a bit tricky to navigate at times, and it seems like the marketplace has smoothed out some of the edges.

From The Verge • May 26, 2022

Cressida has smoothed everything over in the creative department with her gesture.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins