softs

British

/ sɒfts /

plural noun

another name for soft commodities

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The veteran two-time champion ran an offset tyre strategy, using softs earlier in the session than most other teams.

From BBC ● May 22, 2026

With the rally in precious metals and other hard commodities pausing, softs may be ready to take the baton and lead the next leg higher.

From Barron's ● Jan. 27, 2026

After a 24-minute hiatus, during which several drivers including Norris, on softs, changed tyres, the race resumed with a rolling start for lap nine.

From Barron's ● Nov. 8, 2025

Then Hulkenberg drove well to what would have been ninth in Spain before benefiting from new softs after the late safety car to vault to an excellent fifth.

From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2025

This world has more hards than softs for the average mortal and I never flattered myself on bein' above the average.

From Thankful's Inheritance by Joseph Crosby Lincoln

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