41.   The scorching sun did not seem to dampen their spirits as they participated in a host of events and competition, including a telematch.

42.   There were, however, no reports of violence, and rains dampened the spirits of protesters.

43.   This dampens the spirit of that person, especially when this malicious thought is spoken as gossip or criticism.

44.   However it did not dampen the spirits on a day where records went all over the field.

45.   A wave of computer-driven sales pushed blue-chip shares prices lower Tuesday as a rise interest rates dampened spirits on Wall Street.

46.   Meanwhile the Spanish are so obviously delighted to hosting the event, even a lack of medals will dampen their spirits.

47.   The criticism, however, has not dampened the spirits of either the players or marketing men.