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How to pronounce dampen in American English

“dampen” pronunciation by American speakers

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“dampen” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. it wouldn't dampen any sound.

    NIH

  2. But it's not something that really should dampen you and dampen the way that you think

    Smithsonian Air & Space

  3. high enough that it began finally to dampen the demand for new houses.

    Federal Reserve

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