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soften up (88 synonym found)

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Definition of soften up:

(v) : to make something soft or softer; to undermine the morale of someone (often soften up)

"soften the butter before beating in the sugar."

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Definition of soften up:

(v) : to make something soft or softer; to undermine the morale of someone (often soften up)

"soften the butter before beating in the sugar."

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