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Recent Examples of Synonyms for obtund
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At its core, though, authenticity suggests experiences that feel genuine rather than manufactured—places where daily life unfolds naturally, traditions aren’t staged for visitors, and commercial gloss hasn’t dulled a destination’s character.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Feb. 2026 -
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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Kavanagh said the business also plans to place a significant berm with evergreen trees on its property lines to buffer it from its neighbors.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Feb. 2026
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For women, estrogen and progesterone normally help buffer cortisol’s effects.—
Rita Templeton,
Flow Space,
18 Feb. 2026
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Lightly dampen the fabric or use the steam function.—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
19 Feb. 2026
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Once the spot or stain has been removed, use a cloth that has been dampened with clean water to remove any soapy residue.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2026
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Comments are moderated for adherence to our Community Guidelines.—
Evan Grant,
Dallas Morning News,
16 Feb. 2026
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However, prices have moderated a bit recently, leaving precious metal investors wondering if silver is still a smart investment.—
Aly J Yale,
CBS News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Indoor plants soften hard edges, brighten dim corners, and bring a bit of the outdoors inside.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2026
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And, companies with higher all-in sustaining costs are far more vulnerable if silver prices soften again.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Obtund.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obtund. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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