softness
Americannoun
plural
softnessesnoun
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the quality or an instance of being soft
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metallurgy the tendency of a metal to distort easily See brittleness toughness
Vocabulary lists containing softness
Example Sentences
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Leerink Partners’ Whit Mayo reiterated a Market Perform on the stock, writing that the results “look fine” with a modest beat/raise amid softness in pharmacy benefits.
From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026
The softness in Hassan's outfits contrasted with the sporty aesthetic that remains so prevalent in the industry.
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026
Schwartzman’s native softness fits Kevin’s naivete very well, and recalls his work in another borough-set fairy tale of New York, “Bored to Death.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
Taylor said he was doubtful that rate rises would be needed to counter the pickup in inflation, given the weakness of the economy and the softness of the jobs market before the conflict began.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
I pause in the act of rising to study him, his sharp ears and fox-fur hair, the softness of his mouth, his long limbs spread out in sleep.
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
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