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a device on a musical instrument that deadens or softens its tone
the pianist used the damper pedal on the piano for the quiet passages
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The Competition Package returned, leaving power the same as stock but enhancing handling through sharper dampers, a lower height, and a less-restrictive stability control system.
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Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 3 Dec. 2024
The couple said inflation, the economy and general uncertainty seem to be putting a slight damper on some shoppers but overall things are positive.
—Democrat-Gazette Staff and Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 30 Nov. 2024
Look around the chimney for any cracks or potential issues, and make sure that the damper and chimney cap are functioning properly.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 12 Dec. 2024
Adjust duct dampers or add thermal dampers to balance airflow for even heating in your home.
—Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
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Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 3 Dec. 2024
The couple said inflation, the economy and general uncertainty seem to be putting a slight damper on some shoppers but overall things are positive.
—Democrat-Gazette Staff and Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 30 Nov. 2024
Look around the chimney for any cracks or potential issues, and make sure that the damper and chimney cap are functioning properly.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 12 Dec. 2024
Adjust duct dampers or add thermal dampers to balance airflow for even heating in your home.
—Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for damper
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“Damper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/damper. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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