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Uncommonsoftening
The correct spelling is softening.
How to pronounce softening
verb
Say it like: Sof-ten-ing
The correct spelling is softening. To make something soft or softer. For example: "Soften the butter before beating in the sugar."
Usage Examples
“Soften the butter before beating in the sugar.”
“Before the invasion, we softened up the enemy with the artillery.”
“Having second thoughts, I softened my criticism.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To make something soft or softer.
- 2.To undermine the morale of someone (often soften up).
- 3.To make less harsh
- 4.To become soft or softer
noun
- 1.The process of making something soft.
- 2.The process of becoming soft.
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