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softener

noun

Definition of softener

as in muffler

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Recent Examples of softener That might mean treating the water with a softener, periodically removing buildup from your fixtures and hair or simply living with a little extra scale around the faucet. — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 15 Sep. 2026 So, the researchers treated them with glycerol, which works as a softener. — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026 Another addition to consider is a water softener in your shower head. — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 10 July 2026 Add a cup of white vinegar directly into the drum without any detergent or softener. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 30 June 2026 Namely, glycerin, a humectant that attracts moisture from the air and locks it into skin, and coconut oil, a fatty acid-rich skin softener that bestows instant glow. — Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 29 May 2026 Hard water can clog showerheads faster, so consider a water softener if clogs are frequent. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026 The system includes filtration, UV treatment and a water softener, Smith said, and a separate storage container was meant to ensure the landscaping wouldn’t suffer if the well lagged. — David Caraccio april 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Apr. 2026 Meanwhile, Hobbs has spent thousands of dollars of her own money to install a water filter and softener in a quest to provide her son with safe water. — Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 31 Mar. 2026

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This year, he was ticketed on four occasions for alleged violations including failing to display license plates, not having his registration card and proof of insurance, and for not having a working muffler, according to court records.

— Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2026
The pipe takes multiple bends before feeding into a handmade box muffler that doubles as a functional heat shield.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of muffler

Noun

The chassis, too, is formed from aluminum and houses double-wishbone suspension complemented with adjustable dampers (three settings available).

— Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2026
The twin-valve dampers and air suspension have been recalibrated in Touring, Bentley, and Sport modes.

— Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of damper

Noun

But at least Chalamet doesn’t try to soft pedal Dylan’s surliness and careerism, and his vocal re-creations are mostly spot on.

— Peter Rainer, Christian Science Monitor, 27 Feb. 2025
Authors aimed at the business market tend to soft pedal AI, speaking only about the benefits while downplaying or outright ignoring the dangers.

— David A. Teich, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024

Definition of soft pedal

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