Answer:

softened

Answer	Crossword Clue
SOFTENED	Toned down
SOFTENED	Muted
SOFTENED	Plasticized.

SOFTENED	Mitigated.
SOFTENED	Began to melt
SOFTENED	Not so harsh
SOFTENED	Started to melt

Crossword

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