Sentence examples for has softened slightly from inspiring English sources

The ensemble's once formal image has softened slightly.

In the last month, demand has softened slightly, Mr. LaPaglia said.

Add a pinch of salt, the garlic and the grated carrot, and continue to cook for another minute or two, until fragrant and the carrot has softened slightly.

Cover tightly with a lid and leave the cabbage to cook for 8-10 minuntil untit it has softened slightly but still retains something of its crispness.

Once the oil shimmers, stir in the onion, carrot and all but 1 teaspoon of the ginger; cook for about 4 minutes or just until the onion has softened slightly but the carrot is still firm.

Stir in the apple and grapes, return to a boil then reduce the heat to medium and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, then add the pear; cook for 2 minutes, until all the fruit has softened slightly but still retains its shape.

But its position appears to have softened slightly in the wake of the renewed violence.

Cover with clingfilm and refrigerate for 2-3 hountilunthe the biscuits have softened slightly.

Put in the hot oven for 5 10 minutes until the plums have softened slightly.

When the mushrooms have softened slightly, turn up the heat a little and add the rice.

Sauté until the pods have softened slightly, but are still crisp and brightly colored, 6 to 7 minutes.