How do you use Soften in a sentence? See 10+ example sentences showing how this word appears in different contexts, including synonyms like modify or change, plus the exact meaning.
Soften in a sentence
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Soften meaning
- To make something soft or softer.
- To undermine the morale of someone (often soften up).
- To make less harsh.
Synonyms of Soften
Using Soften
- The main meaning on this page is: To make something soft or softer. | To undermine the morale of someone (often soften up). | To make less harsh.
- Useful related words include: modify, change, alter, harden.
- In the example corpus, soften often appears in combinations such as: to soften, soften the, and soften.
Context around Soften
- Average sentence length in these examples: 23.7 words
- Position in the sentence: 2 start, 10 middle, 8 end
- Sentence types: 19 statements, 1 questions, 0 exclamations
Corpus analysis for Soften
- In this selection, "soften" usually appears in the middle of the sentence. The average example has 23.7 words, and this corpus slice is mostly made up of statements.
- Around the word, helps, potentially, shift, bryan, impact and lips stand out and add context to how "soften" is used.
- Recognizable usage signals include appeared to soften his stance and arm to soften him up. That gives this page its own corpus information beyond isolated example sentences.
- By corpus frequency, "soften" sits close to words such as aggies, aidan and arrogance, which helps place it inside the broader word index.
Example types with soften
The same corpus examples are grouped by length and sentence type, making it easier to see the contexts in which the word appears:
Does that shift, soften or change? (6 words)
Additionally, the socks have "zone cushioning," which helps soften impact. (10 words)
I’m nonetheless not satisfied that the snow will ever soften. (11 words)
In the same way that sitting in a sauna or taking a hot shower might help to rid the body of excess toxins, a facial steamer also works to soften the skin and open up pores, allowing for the release of trapped oils and dirt. (45 words)
For decades, China has used giant pandas as a tool of diplomacy, sending the furry ambassadors that double as a national symbol to friend and foe alike in a bid to foster cultural ties and soften Beijing’s image abroad. (40 words)
Bryan worked on Styles’ arm to soften him up for the Yes-Lock and eliminate the Phenomenal Forearm, while Styles worked on the leg and knee to soften Bryan for the Calf Crusher and eliminate the Running Knee. (38 words)
Does that shift, soften or change? (6 words)
Example sentences (20)
Bryan worked on Styles’ arm to soften him up for the Yes-Lock and eliminate the Phenomenal Forearm, while Styles worked on the leg and knee to soften Bryan for the Calf Crusher and eliminate the Running Knee.
Additionally, the socks have "zone cushioning," which helps soften impact.
Ahead of his US visit, Yoon appeared to soften his stance on the issue.
A seated Dragon sleeper proceeds to soften up Hyan some more, but she’s back with a crossbody out of the corner, then a Wasteland and a double legdrop for a near-fall.
As such, it will be hoping to at least soften the gloomy predictions from its own data presented earlier this year on the state of European tech investment.
A trade certainly adds to that craziness, but a trade home to Boston could potentially soften that blow.
Before removal, pre-treatment drops or sprays are used to soften the earwax.
But, as No 10 prepares for crunch talks with the right-wingers over Christmas, senior Tory moderates told they were considering how to amend the bill to soften it.
Coconut oil is also included to smooth and soften lips while providing long-lasting moisture.
Coloradans voted in November on the contentious ballot measure that sought to “soften the blow of property tax increases by taxing a smaller share of your property’s value than what it’s actually worth,” Seth Klamann reported.
Conservative activist Roger Stone, who Trump pardoned for allegedly lying to Congress, Kennedy’s campaign will “soften up” Biden’s eventual run against the Republican nominee.
Consider the neckline of your outfit when choosing your hairstyle; an updo can showcase a high neckline, while loose waves can soften a more structured outfit.
Does that shift, soften or change?
For decades, China has used giant pandas as a tool of diplomacy, sending the furry ambassadors that double as a national symbol to friend and foe alike in a bid to foster cultural ties and soften Beijing’s image abroad.
For square-shaped faces, use curved frames to soften your face's sharper angles and give it a thinner appearance.
However, last week oil prices fell significantly amid the banking crisis, which may help soften March inflation rates, he said.
I’m nonetheless not satisfied that the snow will ever soften.
Instead cooks can use the machine's Sauté setting to soften aromatics in butter, then add the rice, stock and a little wine before turning up the heat.
In the same way that sitting in a sauna or taking a hot shower might help to rid the body of excess toxins, a facial steamer also works to soften the skin and open up pores, allowing for the release of trapped oils and dirt.
I recommend setting them on a flat surface, pointy end up, until they soften completely.
Common combinations with soften
These word pairs occur most frequently in English texts:
- to soften 112×
- soften the 80×
- and soften 14×
- will soften 13×
- soften and 13×
- help soften 7×
- soften up 6×
- soften its 6×
- soften it 5×
- can soften 5×