Dimming
7 lettersadjectivemoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
Gradually becoming less bright or clear, or the act of reducing the intensity of a light source.
“The dimming of the theatre lights signalled the start of the performance.”
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Contains double M and ends in -ING, the DIMM opening is distinctive in word puzzles
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Double M scores 6 points, a 7-letter -ING word worth attempting as a full-rack bingo
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