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to soften
01
adoucir, ralentir
to make something less firm or solid
Transitive: to soften something hard or firm
02
adoucir, atténuer
to reduce the brightness or harshness of light or sound
Transitive: to soften light or sound
04
adoucir, ramollir
to decrease in firmness or rigidity
Intransitive
05
adoucir, apaiser
to make a situation or attitude less severe or strict
Transitive: to soften a situation or attitude
soften
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softened
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softened
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softener
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softener
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softening
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softening
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The carpenter used sandpaper to soften the rough edges of the wooden furniture.
She used a hairdryer to soften the adhesive before removing the sticker.
Warm water can help soften cuticles before a manicure.
Applying a moisturizer can help soften dry and rough skin.
To make the leather more pliable, the craftsman applied a leather softener to soften it.
