softness

Example Sentences

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The downturn reflects stretched housing affordability, trepidation over U.S. trade policy, and softness in the labor market.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Intimidating and brilliant, his Julian Sklar is by turns amusingly viperish and not quite successful at concealing the softness of age.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Layering protein creates contrast in texture and flavor: crisped edges against softness, smoke against sweetness, spice against dairy.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

Analysts suggest the dollar’s strength includes a risk premium, potentially leading to near-term softness if the Iran situation stabilizes.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

They whispered together, and then they all three laughed—such a silvery, musical laugh, but as hard as though the sound never could have come through the softness of human lips.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker