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The correct spelling is softens.

How to pronounce softens

verb

Say it like: Sof-ten-s

The correct spelling is softens. 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.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To make something soft or softer.
  2. 2.To undermine the morale of someone (often soften up).
  3. 3.To make less harsh
  4. 4.To become soft or softer

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