dampener

the rainy weather was a real dampener on our picnic plans.

rising interest rates can be a dampener on the housing market.

negative feedback acted as a dampener on her enthusiasm for the project.

the unexpected delay proved to be a significant dampener on our schedule.

the lack of funding was a major dampener on the research team's progress.

his constant complaining was a dampener on the team's morale.

the economic downturn was a dampener on business investment.

the noise from the construction site was a dampener on our ability to concentrate.

the disappointing results were a dampener on the team's celebrations.

uncertainty in the market can be a dampener on investor confidence.

the heavy traffic was a dampener on our journey to the coast.