The climate had the softness of the south of France. From Wordnet, Princeton University.
Suddenly her gigantic power melted into softness for the baby. From Wordnet, Princeton University.
softness is not something permitted of good leaders. From Wordnet, Princeton University.
The softness of the morning sky. From Wordnet, Princeton University.
He was shocked by the softness of the atmosphere surrounding the young prince, arising from the superfluity of the femininity that guided him. From Wordnet, Princeton University.
And in softness almost beyond hearing. From Wordnet, Princeton University.
Orders have recently picked up after a period of extreme softness. From Wordnet, Princeton University.
He attributes the disappointing results to softness in the economy. From Wordnet, Princeton University.
It speaks of a certain softness and homey feeling. From Wordnik.com. [faux amis - French Word-A-Day] Reference
"The softness is what translated into the low scores," Toms said. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Medinah carved up after wet, cloudy week] Reference
Despite the resulting short-term softness in the market for ultra-deepwater rigs. From Wordnik.com. [chron.com Chronicle] Reference
But look at the dress, a knit cashmere number whose softness is evident to the eye. From Wordnik.com. [Katharine Graham: Portrait of a lady, on display in D.C.] Reference
The same change coupled with other internal changes we've made have contributed to near-term softness in enrollments. From Wordnik.com. [DeVry Q1 2011 Earnings Call Transcript -- Seeking Alpha] Reference
But softness is repulsive; and thus all progress is seen to be a frantic struggle towards an objective which you hope and pray will never be reached. From Wordnik.com. [The Road to Wigan Pier] Reference
Nor, though the attributes of the lion were there, was there wanting the certain softness, the hint of womanliness, which bespoke the emotional nature. From Wordnik.com. [To the Man on the Trail] Reference
As suggesting the idea of softness it is used in the expression. From Wordnik.com. [Easton's Bible Dictionary] Reference
"There's a softness, which is not to be confused with limpness," she said. From Wordnik.com. [chicagotribune.com -] Reference
He could no longer recall the softness of the eyes by the light of which he had so often fallen asleep. From Wordnik.com. [Bohemians of the Latin Quarter] Reference
Root veggies such as potatoes and carrots can be used, but they'll take longer to sauté to softness, which is what you're after. From Wordnik.com. [STLtoday.com Top News Headlines] Reference
These highly distinctive notebooks use a dimple moulding design to create a weave pattern that recalls the softness and warmth of clothing. From Wordnik.com. [CD Freaks News] Reference
A woman's softness is a magic. From Wordnik.com. [CHAPTER XXXI] Reference
It's easy to reduce the "softness" of water - use less (or no) softener. From Wordnik.com. [Paula Gordon: When You Pray, Move Your Feet] Reference
With BigO up in the polls, that "softness" represents a huge opportunity to increase his lead. From Wordnik.com. [Top Obama Labor Supporter Warns Race Remains Volatile, Says Voters Lack Clear Sense Of Obama] Reference
Inc., maker of private label soup and other foods, also referred to "softness" in the soup category. From Wordnik.com. [Campbell's Profit Up, but Sales Stew] Reference
Still, he was game, and I feel safe in saying that he had the best "softness" and flexibility of them all. From Wordnik.com. [post-tournament report] Reference
I was struck by, I'm not sure "softness" is the right word, but an ability to listen that I think maybe some people might have missed. From Wordnik.com. [Love, War & Running For President] Reference
Such labeling is even more likely where that quality is combined with the "softness" (to the point of squishy) of something like Star Wars. From Wordnik.com. [The Great Debate] Reference
A kind of softness shone for a moment in Surface's eyes. From Wordnik.com. [Queed] Reference
Respect for our legal system is not "softness" on terror. From Wordnik.com. [Articles » peoplesworld] Reference
That kind of softness is needed in the museum of the twenty-first century. From Wordnik.com. [Metropolis POV | Metropolis Magazine] Reference
Global recovery 'softness' worries Rudd as Britain fights for stimulus plan. From Wordnik.com. [WN.com - Articles related to Climate change pushes poor women to prostitution, dangerous work] Reference
There was much sensitivity over "softness" exemplified by the excesses of Senator. From Wordnik.com. [Citizendium, the Citizens' Compendium - Recent changes [en]] Reference
Gartner said there was "softness" in large deal signings, but "no catastrophic decline". From Wordnik.com. [CIO News] Reference
The 'softness' comes in the form of faded instruments trailing still ever-enthralling vocals. From Wordnik.com. [SparkPlugged] Reference
Old Joe growled under his breath at the "softness" of people who required "cocking up with fal-lals.". From Wordnik.com. [Back to Billabong] Reference
Notice the balmy softness which is given to this line by the use of long vowels and liquid consonants. From Wordnik.com. [Keats: Poems Published in 1820] Reference
Another, a tall grey-bearded man, an attorney, agreed with the banker as to the 'softness' of the authorities. From Wordnik.com. [France and the Republic A Record of Things Seen and Learned in the French Provinces During the 'Centennial' Year 1889] Reference
Although the extra "softness" of Amy gave her the ability to relate to her onscreen character, she jokes that enough is enough. From Wordnik.com. [Celebrity Baby Blog - People.com] Reference
Todd Bradley, head of HP's PC division, complained of "softness" in consumer laptops and a late start in back-to-school shopping. From Wordnik.com. [The News Tribune Blogs] Reference
His manners have none of the velvet softness which is the fashion in London -- where all the fine gentlemen shape themselves upon the. From Wordnik.com. [London Pride Or When the World Was Younger] Reference
The company said it saw some "softness" in the consumer laptop market, and that back-to-school shopping started "somewhat late for us.". From Wordnik.com. [Gaea Times (by Simple Thoughts) Breaking News and incisive views 24/7] Reference
With my usual "softness" I was beginning to pity the poor wretch, and to try to let him down gently; but once again his face was eloquent. From Wordnik.com. [The Lady of the Basement Flat] Reference
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