Amp up and Dampen

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Amp up verb - To give life, vigor, or spirit to.

Usage example: an important news story that doesn't need to be amped up with sensationalism

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Dampen is an antonym for amp up.

Dampen verb - To make or become slightly or moderately wet.

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Amp up is an antonym for dampen.

Nearby Words: damp, damper, dampening, dampness, damping

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