is softening
- present progressive of soften (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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Nevertheless, ECB rate setters have in recent weeks been balancing the discomfort of inflation still above the bank’s 2% target alongside signs that the impact of the surge in energy prices is softening.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 1, 2026
“The labor market is softening, wage growth is already below the pace that would be consistent with 2% inflation, and inflation expectations are well anchored.”
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 17, 2026
We believe the economy is softening across the board.
From Barron's ● Jan. 9, 2026
But there is no evidence to suggest China's approach is softening.
From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2023
I can see that Liz is softening toward me.
From "The Sky at Our Feet" by Nadia Hashimi
