Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for obtunding
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This inversion explains a host of baffling political and cultural phenomena of late.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
27 Mar. 2026 -
The steel pipe's unexpected growth spurt was reported to police early Wednesday by a pedestrian who saw broken pieces of asphalt falling from the cylinder, baffling people passing by and causing traffic congestion.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Another suggestion was requiring special sound-deadening balls, currently available, that lower the decibel levels considerably.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
16 Mar. 2026
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Both nationally and in Minnesota , there has been a shift away from intelligent discussion of public policy to endless partisan warfare with a deadening impact on the public.—
Arne Carlson,
Twin Cities,
8 Jan. 2026
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On the other hand, taupe bags work just as well with bold color pairings, softening them with a sense of ease.—
Minty Mellon,
Vogue,
31 Mar. 2026
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So far lawmakers haven’t, slowing, softening and then shooting down a bipartisan measure that would have enlisted the state Department of Agriculture to take on the burgeoning pest.—
Mark Dee
March 31,
Idaho Statesman,
31 Mar. 2026
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Build budgets that defend your savings without dampening your enthusiasm.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2026
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In addition to adding decorative flair to windows and doors, these multipurpose window treatments promote privacy and block light, with many designs offering temperature-regulating and sound-dampening qualities to boot.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
31 Mar. 2026
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At Source puts seven years of joint practice and mutual magnetism to tape without dulling the dynamic buzz of their live sets.—
Hattie Lindert,
Pitchfork,
2 Mar. 2026
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Also, don't store beans or ground coffee in the refrigerator—the coffee may absorb moisture and odors, dulling its flavor.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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The approach has nothing to do with maximizing screentime or superseding her actual director, but modulating her performance within a broader context.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Mar. 2026
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It’s made with guayusa (a natural source of L-theanine and caffeine) and gotu kola (for modulating GABA).—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
28 Mar. 2026
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The government introduced a curb on gasoline prices earlier this month, aimed at cushioning the blow from rising energy prices and easing pressure on living costs.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
23 Mar. 2026
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His challenge is finding a way to maximize the revenue boost from the oil price rise while cushioning the impact on the poorest people in a nation where around 60% of the population live below the World Bank’s poverty line.—
Alexis Akwagyiram,
semafor.com,
20 Mar. 2026
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Amazon Mesh Wi-Fi System Deal Say goodbye to dropped video calls and buffering nightmares with the Eero 6+ Mesh System.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
11 Mar. 2026
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Chronic stress maintains an inflammatory state, slows elimination, and increases demand for buffering minerals.—
Mélanie Defouilloy,
Vogue,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Obtunding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obtunding. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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