Sentence examples for dampen criticism from inspiring English sources

The move will be seen as an effort to dampen criticism from those who argue that right-to-buy reduces the number of affordable homes available for renters.

They think the message will help dampen criticism that the Tories' efforts to balance the nation's books after the financial crisis have created greater inequality.

The award did little to dampen criticism over the lack of nominations for Selma's David Oyelowo, who played Martin Luther King, and Ava DuVernay, the director.

Mr. Putin's decision seemed aimed in part to dampen criticism that the military was not doing enough to save the crew.

Four-fifths of Japanese polled by Kyodo, a news agency, say they want the draconian law revised or scrapped.Had it wanted to, the government could have done much more to dampen criticism.

The United States will also spend $46m extending the runway and aprons and building a hangar at Palanquero, the main Colombian air force base.But the agreement, published by both governments to try to dampen criticism, bars action against other countries.

It is attempting to build partnerships with other news organisations to dampen criticisms that it acts in a way that can harm commercial operators.

Although the rosy glow of nostalgia may be able to momentarily dampen criticisms of the BBC's inability to create anything new, relevant or, indeed, funny, that can only last so long.

The devastating earthquake last month helped by turning world sympathy toward China and dampening criticism of its handling of Tibet.

The possibility of an early general election has also dampened criticism, and the numerous MPs who want to see Mr Clegg installed in the top job are keen to hold off a contest.

A solid recent run of form has dampened criticism of the Frenchman, who guided his side to the FA Cup in May, a first trophy in nine seasons.