Sentence examples for dented from inspiring English sources

Revelations that Michael Jordan had lost hundreds of thousands of dollars gambling barely dented his appeal, since the story reinforced the image of him as a fierce competitor.

On the whole, recent trading statements have shown companies performing reasonably well, so a spate of more negative updates also dented investor enthusiasm.

Operational problems with airlines further dented its reputation, prompting a rethink about what the island had to offer anyone who wanted more than to watch England play cricket every four years.

This positive spin was dented by sources talking to Politico.

Goa's long sandy beaches have long been a haven for millions of tourists drawn mostly from the West, but a string of controversial statements by local politicians has dented its tourist-friendly image.

But I have long believed that it's actually pretty difficult to find a bad meal in Italy, and nothing I ate in Positano dented this theory.

The retail arm did not take a new provision for payment protection insurance – which has dented profits in the past – although there was a spike in claims in March.

More importantly, the Tories' core message – that with hard work comes rewards – is dented by a quick look at the housing market.

What we do know is that by cutting too far and too fast, the government has dented confidence, which is holding back the business creation necessary to produce jobs and growth.

Boasting balance, poise and an ability to drift through challenges, only an occasional dive has dented his image.

There was racism at school, and that dented the young woman's confidence.