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The phrase "a softening of" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing a reduction in intensity, severity, or harshness of something, such as a policy, attitude, or material.
Example: "The recent negotiations led to a softening of the previously strict regulations."
Alternatives: "a easing of" or "a reduction in".
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Wednesday's remarks may signal a softening of his position.
Does the new office represent a softening of his approach?
But in recent weeks, public comments by lawmakers and draft language suggested a softening of approach.
"I don't think you are going to get much of a softening of prices".
Data released on Monday confirmed a softening of the housing market.
"A victory will lead to a softening of Paris' policies toward Iran," it said.
Elsewhere across the store, Perez says you can see a softening of lines and looks.
And there may be a softening of the debate in the next few weeks.
It was in certain ways a softening of Mahler, sincere rather than saccharine or sarcastic.
A softening of the Ukip vote would, on this analysis, put the Conservatives at 290 seats.
But she gave no sign that she would welcome a softening of Greece's targets.
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