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to dampen
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to reduce or decrease the strength, force, or enthusiasm of something
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lessen in force or effect
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check; keep in check (a fire)
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make vague or obscure or make (an image) less visible
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reduce the amplitude (of oscillations or waves)
Example
The chef dampened the dough with a sprinkle of water.
They dampened the soil before planting the seeds.
She dampened the cloth before wiping the surface.
She dampened the sponge before cleaning the spills.
He dampened his hair with water before styling it.