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Present participle for to cause or create a dent in something by applying pressure
“The inertia from Cliff's blow forced Bruce it into the car with enough force to seriously dent the entire side.”
Present participle for to cause a dent by scraping, scratching or cutting
“Jon's sword would severely dent his opponent's shield after several strikes.”
Present participle for to decrease in size, amount, value, or degree
“It is the unexpected events that can take us by surprise and can significantly dent our finances.”
Present participle for to have an adverse effect on
“His diminutive stature and inability to shoot a fade-away jumper would dent his dreams of stardom.”
Present participle for to cause damage to
Present participle for to blemish, scratch, or stain with a mark
Present participle for to cause significant damage to something
Present participle for to give an appearance of age to, especially a new object
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