The market has clearly softened in the last year, though.

The laws against congress with such as I have been softened in the last several years.

That aspect of the story, too, has been softened in the film.

Few, if any, hearts would be softened in the process.

He seemed at a loss, and then his face softened in recognition.

Cook until the garlic has softened in the oil, about 2 minutes.

Any longer, and you will start to soften the ice cream in the middle.

His voice softened, with just a note of triumph in it.

There have been some other signs of softening in the industry.

It took five minutes for the feelings to soften in the rain.