Example Sentences

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In January, Reuters reported that Airbus was tempering the pace of production increases and cited a senior industry source saying the delivery goal may not significantly exceed 720 jets.

From Reuters • Feb. 16, 2023

The rain had stopped and a breeze was tempering the humidity.

From New York Times • Aug. 11, 2019

He was tempering himself and didn’t want to come across as a villain.”

From Washington Post • Jan. 27, 2016

This was tempering the wind, for we were crippled, three of the boys being unable to resume their places around the herd on account of inflamed eyes.

From The Outlet by Adams, Andy

And thus He was tempering Bobby and directing him to his destiny.

From Bobby of the Labrador by Wallace, Dillon