softens
- present tense form of soften (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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Buying equity stakes rather than owning depreciating fleets softens that, but the line between “demand layer” and “co-investor in hardware” thins with each deal.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 24, 2026
The additives lower the temperature at which the glass softens and make it flow more easily when heated, which could simplify manufacturing.
From Science Daily • May 22, 2026
The one that clears the decks and softens that low-grade “it’s messy in here” itch, so you can get back to living.
From Salon • May 5, 2026
The Bank of Thailand is widely expected to keep its benchmark policy rate at 1.00% on Wednesday, as growth softens and inflationary pressures rise.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
Even Haymitch must know he's been too harsh because his voice softens.
From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins
