Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for obtund
Verb
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Even if the tree is far away from hard surfaces, exposed tree roots can dull and break lawn mower blades.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
18 July 2025 -
Like knives, can openers should not be washed in the dishwasher to avoid rusting and dulling the blades.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 May 2025
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Pack your rackets securely, often buffered by clothes or a towel, and consider using a durable bag or hard case for better protection during transit.—
Will Porter,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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The average will drift down, but the home park helps buffer that.—
Owen Poindexter,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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In fact, the humidity on its way to dampen Ohioans' spirit this week is from the Gulf of Mexico and from a front moving in from the West and the South, according to Campbell.—
Grace Tucker,
The Enquirer,
24 July 2025
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And evidence suggests that paying an entrance fee doesn’t dampen visitors’ enjoyment of their visit.—
Tate Watkins,
Chicago Tribune,
23 July 2025
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During a panel at the premiere, moderated by PEOPLE’s Breanne Heldman, Smollett also opened up about transforming into her character Detective Michelle Calderon.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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The right flank will continue to remain active – flanking with short to moderate duration brush and timber stringer crown fire is possible, particularly under diurnal upslope and prevailing northerly winds during the heat of the burn period.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
10 July 2025
Verb
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On the campaign trail, the president spent time courting faith leaders throughout the country, often refusing to soften his language in those venues as well.—
Lalee Ibssa,
ABC News,
14 July 2025
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By then, Trump had softened his tariff stance and the markets had rebounded accordingly.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
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“Obtund.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obtund. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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