obtund

Definition of obtundnext

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Verb
  • The danger is heavy-handed protections for Eskom will suppress wholesale prices, dulling market signals investors need for further investment in the sector, and effectively rebranding the old monopoly.
    Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 15 June 2026
  • Fabric softener leaves a residue on elastane fibers that can dull the finish and attract bacteria, which causes excessive odor.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 12 June 2026
Verb
  • So buffering right field in a real way takes on greater importance for a Phillies team whose window is sliding downward.
    Eno Sarris, New York Times, 17 June 2026
  • The Scientific Reports study found that even light activity helped buffer stress on the hardest days.
    Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
Verb
  • With heat-sensitive fabrics like wool or polyester, dampen a cotton pressing cloth and place it on top of the clothing, then iron.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 18 June 2026
  • To make the cardboard more appealing to composting worms, dampen and shred it before adding it to the bin, and combine it with another type of substrate, such as some garden soil or damp coconut coir.
    Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 June 2026
Verb
  • More from Variety 0 Comments Comments are moderated.
    Michael Schneider, Variety, 22 June 2026
  • Kelly ultimately traveled to Mexico on April 6 to present a special screening at Cinépolis Oasis Coyoacán and participate in a masterclass moderated by Mexican filmmaker Isaac Ezban.
    José Salazar, IndieWire, 22 June 2026
Verb
  • Speaking of glow, Medicube is also marking down their milky toner, which helps boost radiance, soften skin, and increase hydration.
    Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 24 June 2026
  • Grandchildren tend to soften even the most complicated family disputes.
    Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 24 June 2026
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“Obtund.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obtund. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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