Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for obtund
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Concern has grown over on whether AI will become a catalyst that enriches humanity or a technological toxin that dulls human intelligence while wiping out millions of high-paying jobs.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2026 -
Freezing can dull the garlic and lemon flavors, Schwan says, so adding those ingredients back in helps the hummus taste fresh again.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
25 May 2026
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Export restrictions, logistical prioritization, and bilateral agreements allow the Kremlin to shape supply availability in ways that oil markets, buffered by deep inventories and diversified producers, simply cannot replicate.—
Ariel Cohen,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Potential measures include design modifications informed by microclimate modeling, greenbelts or parks to buffer heat discharge, and city-level permitting requirements that account for local heat impact, according to the press release.—
Deena Theresa,
Interesting Engineering,
18 May 2026
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Take a non-abrasive, lint-free cleaning cloth, dampen it with water, and wipe the vinegar residue off the outdoor smoker.—
Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
4 June 2026
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Wipe cabinet doors down weekly with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water to prevent grease from building up.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
3 June 2026
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Studiously moderated, but excited, voices amplified news of the actual invasion of Europe read hastily in Orlando Morning Sentinel.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 June 2026
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The impact could spark minor to moderate (G1 to G2) geomagnetic storm conditions initially, and possibly ramp up to strong (G3) levels, resulting in impressive auroras.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
8 June 2026
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In addition to eliminating subsidies, the White House softened Biden- and Obama-era regulations designed to push traditional automakers into offering more EVs by toughening tailpipe emission standards.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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To soften the impact of the trash fee reduction, city officials plan to send $22 million from the recycling fund to the general fund in both fiscal 2028 and fiscal 2029.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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“Obtund.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obtund. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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