Soften Sentence Examples

Mike smiled to soften the words.

She tried to think of how she could soften the pain she'd bring him.

Grotius hoped that his fame would soften the hostility of his foes, and that his country would recall him to her service.

She nudged his chin with her cheek to try to soften his mood.

She struck first, not bothering to soften her blows as she might with anyone else.

The garden includes magnolia, bold foliaged plants, common hornbeam and perennials to soften geometric lines.

Meanwhile, soften the onion in the butter for five minutes.

The colors are less on the orange side of the spectrum and more brownish-beige, with hints of gold and champagne to soften them up.

Line eyes with a deep brown eyeliner and smudge to soften the edges.

Using your eyeliner brush, soften and smudge the lines.

Make sure you blend bold colors liberally to soften and smudge their bold look.

Blending inward will soften the telltale end lines of shadow application and will help naturalize the look.

Medium and fair skinned women can pair maroon shadow with a bisque highlighter and soften the look with a sheer plum or rosy gloss , or combine the look with a berry or deep pink lipstick to create a tone on tone mauve palette.

The product contains jojoba oil to help soften and condition lips.

To soften the line, smudge it with a lighter color like dark brown or charcoal.

Brush a brown or taupe eye shadow under the lower lashes to soften the look.

For a smoky eye look, apply a neutral base eye shadow from lash line to brows, line your eyes along the lash line with a dark eyeliner pencil, and smudge with your fingers or a Q-Tip to soften the look.

This will soften your look, as well as brighten the eye area.

If you want to soften the look a bit, go over and just above the gel line with a softer colored eye pencil near the edge of your eye.

Professional photographers with access to filters can use them to soften the appearance of a model's skin.

Lower the heat to medium-low flame and cook the vegetables, stirring frequently, until they start to soften.

They can also be removed to soften the boot.

If your bathroom doesn't have a window, you don't really have much space left to create color or design interest, much less soften the hard surfaces.

If we can soften without using chemicals, we'll make that choice every time, even if it is a bit more expensive for us.

Pour the water into a small pan and sprinkle gelatin on top to soften.

Is there something I can use to soften and remove the crust to see what is underneath?

The warm water will help soften the wax.

Soften it in the microwave on a low setting until it is just thin enough to pour; you do not want to boil your peanut butter.

Over time, your puppy will start to soften his biting if you stick to this method, but the goal is to teach him not to bite humans at all.

In many years, the counter will mellow and soften, showing the marks of time.

In some cases, it's best to soften excessive debris by running the piece under warm water first before gently wiping it with the cloth.

To soften stiff denim, simply toss them in the dryer after they line dry for a few minutes with a dryer sheet.

Products include snoring devices that a patient can put into hot water, wait for the plastic to soften, and bite down on the device for a custom fit.

He practically oozes with badass personality and the radio chatter from your enemies raving in awe at your amazing abilities does little to soften the adrenaline rush you'll get once you play him.

Furthermore, it would be this way upon release and not require further cellaring to soften the tannins or to bring the clam out of its shell.

Bulk producing laxatives increase the volume of the stool, and will both soften the stool and stimulate intestinal motility.

The expression "mad as a hatter" comes from the mercury poisoning prevalent in seventeenth-century France among hat makers who soaked animal hides in a solution of mercuric nitrate to soften the hair.

Able to soften and lighten the hair, it will give women a more cosmetically sound appearance over time.

Use hot or warm water to soften the hair before shaving.

Lighter tones normally soften the skin's complexion.

Women with soft and full faces have plenty of options that help to frame and soften their shape.

Layers strategically draw the eye to attractive facial features and soften the head shape and other prominent traits.

Bob hair styles should be shoulder length or sit lower on the neck to soften the face and elongate the face.

Side-swept, wispy bangs can soften the look, while bangs cut straight across at eyebrow level create a bold, modern look.

You can use lotion to soften your hands as well.

They also treated the leather purses with oil, to soften them down again.

Use plenty of moisturizing cream to soothe and soften the skin.

Take your time and feel your body gradually soften and release.

The bright sunshine and mild temperatures will then quickly soften the snow cover.

For example, exposure to direct sunlight can cause honey to soften or melt.

Petroleum solvents are used to soften the wax into a spreadable paste, by preventing the individual molecules from bonding together.

The split cylinder is passed to the flattening furnace, where it is exposed to a red heat, sufficient to soften the glass; when soft the cylinder is laid upon a smooth flat slab and flattened down upon it by the careful application of pressure with some form of rubbing implement, which frequently takes the form of a block of charred wood.

So he did soften?...

Rateable valuations can increase or decrease fairly significantly between these five yearly revaluations and " transitional arrangements " are used to soften the impact.

Finally renters insurance coverage it will pay an average to soften all the forces of.

All of which help to soften out the rough terrain, increasing your enjoyment.

Used on a regular basis Protox can therefore assist in eliminating the formation of wrinkles and soften and smooth out existing wrinkles.

Nonstop blitzkrieg assault of snarling guitars and smartass attitude with great keith moon like drumming and These guys better not soften up with success.

Even the big smile I got from the women next to me did not really soften the blow of getting booted.

Method In a frying pan, soften the onion in the butter for a few minutes.

Prior to these operations the American armies would soften up Japan to the greatest extent by cutting off supplies from the south.

The warm bathing helps to soften up the scales first.

Sprinkle the gelatine over the surface and leave to soften for a few minutes.

Group candles together on tables throughout the room, and soften electric lights to add to the ambience.

Small fish bones soften up when they are cooked.

Some bathroom lighting seems like it could double as surgical lighting, but if you want elegant bathroom designs, then you need to soften things up a little bit.

Soften the look of the room and the feel underfoot by including some decorative throw rugs both by the door and directly in front of the washer and dryer.

Soften the line further by applying a matching shadow on top.

Apply the deepest color in the natural crease line of your lids to accentuate the depth, then blend lightly with your fingers to soften the line.

Smudge your eye shadow with the same shadow color (to soften the liner and to add depth) with a firm pointed soft bristled brush.

It will soften up the harshness of the liner.

This includes harsh looking results that soften up within a few weeks.

This will soften any harsh lines in your eye shadows.

Then take your light shadow as a the highlight from the inner corner of the eyelid, blending toward the brow line while blending your highlight down into your other eye shadows to soften the look.

Once the skin has been prepped for makeup, it's time to soften and fill fine lines and wrinkles with a foundation or an allover face powder.

This highlighter shade serves to enlarge the entire eye area and it will soften any leftover demarcation lines.

Let liner dry for a few minutes, and then soften the look with a smudgeable pencil in a lighter color.

Cook until the onions soften a bit and the garlic becomes fragrant.

A shower curtain is the ideal opportunity to add interest and even somewhat soften the hard surfaces.

If your bathroom is made up of hard surfaces and straight lines, the addition of shower curtains with lace trimming and lace material can soften the overall room design.

Soften the cut end a bit with your finger tips, and carefully insert a floral wire up the center, beginning at the thicker end.

Placement of extra padding, especially in the legs and hips, will help soften the blows received by tackles and falls.

Certain brands of nylon picks tend to soften when they get warm, and plastic picks sometimes snap under pressure.

Boiling water helps soften the leftover vinyl adhesive with its heat.

The heat will soften the adhesive and make it easier to remove.

Hold the iron about 1/2-inch above them to soften them, and then scrape them up with the utility knife.

This will cause the glue to soften, making it easier to pry the individual tiles up.

Paired with a short haircut, long bangs help to soften the features of your face and is an excellent choice for a woman with a large forehead.

A great way to soften the lower portion of the face is by accentuating the eye area.

Women with square-shaped faces should choose curved lenses if they wish to soften their jawline and create a more feminine look.

Use the bow to soften up tough opponents before going in for your melee attacks.

If Sony wants to stick around, they'll need to soften their strategy a bit.

We all agreed that this wine needed time to age and soften up a bit more.

Also known as letting the wine breathe, aeration allows tannins to soften and flavors to emerge from behind them.

Brawny wines are aged to help soften the tannins and mellow the alcohol content, resulting in a more elegant, well rounded wine.

Immediately drinkable - While some wines in bottles need some age under them in order to soften the tannins and make them ready to drink, a boxed wine is always ready to drink.

As wine ages, tannins soften significantly over time.

In general, Cabernet Sauvignon wines are highly tannic; however, the tannins soften as the wine ages.

Blending in the juice of other grapes can soften the wine and reduce the body of the wine.

Moisturizers and bath oils are used to loosen scales, soften skin, and eliminate the itch.

The bath should not last longer than 20 to 30 minutes because of the tendency of these soaks to soften and wear away the skin.

Special drops are used to soften the wax, and the ears are flushed with water.

Some doctors prescribe special eardrops, such as Cerumenex, to soften the wax.

Parents may rub mineral oil into their child's scalp to soften and loosen the scales, but the oil should be brushed or shampooed out and not left to accumulate.

For longer storage, strawberries can be frozen, but be aware that they will generally soften after freezing, though the flavor will not be affected.

Dimmers soften the light in the bedroom.

Use paint or fabric to softenceiling beamsor place a pair of flutes suspending with red ribbon or cord with the open ends tilted upward.

The foam, composed of different pressurized chemicals, expands rapidly when released and helps soften, moisturize, and soothe both skin and hair prior to shaving as well as provides lasting effects after shaving.

Adding wispy medium layers that at the jaw line to long hair will soften the boxlike quality of a square face.

If the waves are more controlled than you like, use your fingers to soften them up.

Women sporting an indie cut may choose to soften the look with wispier fringe.

Side swept bangs are a perfect way to soften the appearance of a large, or square, forehead.

Longer layers around the face and neck will soften the appearance of a square jaw line.

Men constantly brush their hair to create waves, but they should only brush it about three times a day after putting pomade in it and letting a warm towel soften the pomade and soften their hair.

An A-line bob also works to camouflage a heavier frame and helps to soften your jaw and neckline.

Remember a solid color will define your cut, while a broken up color pattern or plenty of highlights will add visual interest and soften the lines of a bob.

A short feathered hairstyle can help soften both square and round jawlines.

In addition, although you may not feel this, your cervix will begin to dilate and soften during the final weeks leading up to delivery.

The doctor can tell if the cervix is dilated or has begun to thin and soften (efface).

Your partner's semen may soften the cervix and the act can bring on contractions and relaxation, both of which are good for furthering labor.

Vegetables soaked in a solution of sodium bicarbonate and water begin to soften and lose their vitamin C just as when heat is applied.

This will soften any problem pieces, making it possible for you to remove them with a sponge or soft cloth.

It is better to work in a warm environment as this helps to soften the sheet.

Make a fire in the hearth, light candles at dinner, or have a campfire, to soften the mood and create a dreamy atmosphere.

Then soften your lips and see how much better that feels.

You also tend to "tell it like it is", but you must strive to soften your tone with others.

If you choose shoes that are stiffer with the hope that they will soften up, you could be disappointed, and your children's feet could suffer abrasions and bruising, particularly if they'll be hitting the field hard from day one.

There's even a touch of faux fur trim to soften things up further.

He would give devoted priests the power to soften the most hardened hearts.

Women who fear a masculine tribal symbol can rest assured that small and fine details such as floral vines can easily be incorporated into a tribal piece to soften the shape.

To soften the look, just go over the area with a clean, damp sponge.Splatter painting is a popular technique that is quite simple.

Adding herbs and other additives to your soap can help soften and soothe dry skin.

If the dough is too hard, allow it to sit at room temperature to soften - or chill the butter to harden.

Pour the hot cream over the chocolate pieces, allowing a few moments for the chocolate to soften from the heat of the cream.

If you are currently facing the dilemma of insuring a teenager, carefully review each of these steps in order to soften the blow to your wallet.

If you want to fluff your robe, let it air dry and then put it on a light dryer cycle with dryer sheets to scent it and soften it.

It is wise to include generic yet coordinated details to soften the theme and make the specialized supplies stand out.

A series of injections is given to a patient to diminish wrinkles and soften skin.

A good moisturizer will soften and hydrate skin without feeling greasy.

Bath oils also soften the water, thereby moisturizing the skin and leaving a thin, silky film behind.

Press a hot cloth to the scab to soften and open the pores, then reapply the DermaTend.

These scents will relax your muscles, soften your skin and aid in the detoxification process.

If you're concerned about aging and hope to soften the blow a little, you've probably already immersed yourself - or at least had some experience - in the world of antiaging skin care.

Soften the lemon's juices by rolling it uncut on a countertop for one minute.

Soften the blackhead with the juice two to three times daily until the bump is gone.

Modern equity, it need hardly be said, does not profess to soften the rigour of the law, or to correct the errors into which it falls by reason of its generality.

A frequent combination was flute, violin and harpsichord (very probably with a violoncello doubling the bass), and in more than one case the violin was partly tuned lower to soften its tone.

The proper field for the application of these is the biscuit, in which position the covering glaze serves at once to soften and to preserve the pigment.

In order to soften the blow, Napoleon appointed him ambassador to the court of Madrid (November 1800).

They require more draught than coke fires, but care must be taken not to give too much, as excessive heat is likely to melt or soften the fire-bars.

In Rhizopus certain hyphae creep horizontally on the surface of the substratum, and then anchor their tips to it by means of a tuft of short branches (appressorium), the walls of which soften and gum themselves to it, then another branch shoots out from the tuft and repeats the process, like a strawberry-runner.

In the 1803 edition he introduced the new element of the preventive check supplied by what he calls "moral restraint," and is thus enabled to "soften some of the harshest conclusions" at which he had before arrived.

The "streaks" 1 or "heads" of jute as they come from the bale are in a hard condition in consequence of having been subjected to a high hydraulic pressure during baling; it is therefore necessary to soften them before any further process is entered.

They are entirely soluble or soften in water, and form with it a thick glutinous liquid or mucilage.

If you use a razor then soften the beard first with soap and warm water and shave lightly to avoid catching the spots.

He started a program to soften the blow of the IMF cuts.

Contractions at the start of labor help to soften the cervix.

Color Taming To soften a blusher that's too bright, top with loose face powder like Blended Face Powder & Brush.

Osmotic laxatives keep fluid in the bowel for longer which soften feces.

Lightly cook 1 sliced leek in a 1 tbsp olive oil to soften.

Add the onion and cook for 1 minute to soften, then add the chopped lettuce and cook for 1 minute.

AromaMum's perineum Oil is a 100% natural, preservative free oil to prepare and soften the perineum before giving birth.

A little petroleum jelly applied on the inner side of the nose can also soften scabs.

The latter especially helps soften the stools, making them easier to pass through the digestive tract.

The mixture will soften and become slightly stringy when lifted with the spoon.

As wood is slightly porous a touch of air gets into the wine which helps to soften the tannins as the wine matures.

Red peppers roasted in the oven to soften them up plus sliced Italian sausage added to our risotto recipe makes a heavenly meal !

It has been specially formulated to help soften wax and sooth irritation.

Place the tamarind pulp in a small mixing bowl, pour over the boiling water and set aside to soften for 20 minutes.

Soak them for 48 hours first, then simmer in water with a teaspoonful of bicarbonate of soda to soften.

And while she begins to break apart Victor 's bravado, he begins to soften her uptight attitude.

Be 100 percent sure of the hardness of your water so you don't spend too much getting one that won't soften the water efficiently or not spend enough so your water doesn't get softened.

Blend it just enough to chop it up and start to soften it.

Even a sheer curtain can help soften and focus the natural light that is entering the room.

As an exterior and interior feature, archways soften the doorways with a sensual curving that draws the eye up and then down to the tiled floor.

If your nook is a booth, banquette, or fits snuggly against a corner, you'll want to add pillows to soften the lines and also create a homey inviting look.

Blanket styled throws and stylized pillow designs are great texture and color contrasts to soften the overall interior design.

An oval rug can introduce a new shape within the set one and soften the edges of your room décor.

So what can you do to soften those lines and break up the severity of the visual effect?

Apply a line of darker shadow along the crease of your lid to the outer edge, then soften and blend it with your fingertip.

There's even a lip balm to help soften the lips and keep the tint in place.

Buttercreams are made of 15% soap and 85% natural oils, butters, glycerine, essential oils and plant infusions to soften skin.

If you have very dark eyes, try the brown lenses to soften your look.

In that moment, the demon lord reminded him of Rhyn when the half-demon was trying not to let his mate soften his mood.

Lumps of glass of approximately the right weight are chosen, and are heated to a temperature just sufficient to soften the glass, when the lumps are caused to assume the shape of moulds made of iron or fireclay either by the natural flow of the softened glass under gravity, or by pressure from suitable tools or presses.

If the water is too cold the gum does not soften enough and the cocoons rise out of the basin in reeling; if it is too hot the cocoons collapse and fall to the bottom.

Round this core threads of glass were wound of various colors; the whole could be reset in the furnace to soften it for nsoulding the foGt or neck, or attaching handles, or dragging the surface into various patterns.

This mysterious Western, offshoot of Gnosticism had no single feature about it which could soften the hostility of a character such as Martin's, but he resisted the introduction of secular punishment for evil doctrine, and withdrew from communion with those bishops in Gaul, a large majority, who invoked the aid of Maximus against their erring brethren.

Increase of wealth and the influence of returned emigrants tend to soften Maronite character, and the last remnants of the barbarous state of the community - even the obstinate blood-feud - are disappearing.

Neither Leonardo's genius nor his noble manners could soften the rude and taunting temper of the younger man, whose style as an artist, nevertheless, in subjects both of tenderness and terror, underwent at this time a profound modification from Leonardo's example.

History may soften the contrast by discovering transitional forms, and by showing the religious interest at work in theology as well as the scientific interest affecting early utterances of religion.

But it may be affirmed that Dogmatic must remain the vital centre; and so far we may soften Flint's censure of the British thoughtlessness which has called that study by the name " systematic theology."

But his Latinity did not soften his manners, and he was thought cruel even in that age.

The bas-reliefs of one of the chapels represent Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Mars and Diana, together with the signs of the zodiac. And these subjects are derived, it appears, from a poem in which Sigismondo had invoked the gods and the signs of the zodiac to soften Isotta's heart and win her to his arms. The pageants of Mars and Diana seem to have been suggested by the Trionfi of Petrarch.

Do go somewhere, anywhere... to the devil!" he exclaimed, and immediately seizing him by the shoulder and looking amiably into his face, evidently wishing to soften the rudeness of his words, he added, "Don't be hurt, my dear fellow; you know I speak from my heart as to an old acquaintance."

Some seeds require prolonged immersion in water to soften their shells; others are of so delicate a texture that they would dry up and perish if not kept constantly in a moist atmosphere.

When wood is required to be bent, however, this is often the method that is adopted to soften the material, so as to allow it to be bent easily.

Weak solutions applied locally saponify fats, soften the epidermis, and thus act as slight stimulants and cleansers of the skin.

In the Philebus, however, though a more careful psychological analysis leads him to soften down the exaggerations of this attack on sensual pleasure, the antithesis of knowledge and pleasure is again sharpened, and a desire to depreciate even good pleasures is more strongly shown; still even here pleasure is recognized as a constituent of that philosophic life which is the highest human good, while in the Laws, where the subject is more popularly treated, it is admitted that we cannot convince man that the just life is the best unless we can also prove it to be the pleasantest.

Geiger (Urschrift and Uebersetzung, p. 305) very unnecessarily supposed that this was everywhere the original reading, and that it had been changed to soften the enormity ascribed to the ancient Hebrews.

In order to soften meat before it is salted, so as to allow the salt to extract the blood more freely, the meat is soaked in water for about half an hour.