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Deliberately Soften Criticism Crossword Clue

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33%12 Using mild language to soften the impact of criticism
adjective satellite

• hesitant to state facts or opinions simply and directly as from e.g. timidity or hypocrisy

21%7Soften
verb

• cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of

• satisfy (thirst)

• provide physical relief, as from pain

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New York Times15 Jul 1987 Across 17 PULLONESPUNCHES
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