1.   A stream, at first made of smooth pebbles, flows between granite rocks whose harsh lines are softened by prostrate conifers.

2.   She was wearing a loose dress which softened the lines of her body.

3.   Whitehall appeared earlier to pave the way for the change by softening its line on public spending.

4.   But Gore has softened that line of attack in many recent appearances.

5.   Clinton softened his line in telephone calls the next day.

6.   Ms. Zhang has since softened that line, saying China no longer expects companies to bear the entire cost of repairs.

7.   On Iraq, for example, he has softened his line.

8.   She also underwent microdermabrasions and chemical peels to help soften fine lines and to help rejuvenate the skin on her face.