tamping

British

/ ˈtæmpɪŋ /

adjective

dialect (postpositive) very angry

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Etymology

Origin of tamping

see _tamp ¹

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tamping

Fed Chair Kevin Warsh has sent investors a message: When it comes to tamping down inflation, he means business.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026

In its obituary, the William F. Buckley-founded National Review praised the former secretary of state as a man who spent his life tamping down turmoil.

From Salon ● Jul. 21, 2026

That can work its way into the housing market by shrinking buyers’ budgets and tamping down on home-price growth.

From Barron's ● Mar. 30, 2026

County and the state attorney general’s office was aimed at improving conditions for youth and tamping down on use of force.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2025

It is said that Phineas exhibited himself and his tamping iron at Barnum's.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman

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