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dull out

 

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Term: dull out

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense: To become less intense or exciting

Usage: Often used in relation to a fading interest or a decline in enthusiasm

Example Sentence: After a few months, the excitement of the new job began to dull out.

Sense: To distribute evenly or gradually

Usage: Can be used when referring to the gradual dissemination of something

Example Sentence: The speaker used his time wisely to dull out the information among the audience.

Sense: To make less sharp or intense

Usage: Typically used in relation to reducing the intensity of a sensation or feeling

Example Sentence: The medication helped dull out the pain in her legs.

Sense: To become less sharp or distinct

Usage: Generally used to describe the fading sharpness or clarity of something

Example Sentence: As the storm approached, the sunset colors dull out.

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