Moscow is one of the President's strongholds, but his campaign aides fear that sunny weather could dampen turnout among a significant number here.

The regular reports on outings always mention the jolly atmosphere "which even the weather could not dampen".

In the past, though, even foul weather has not dampened spirits at the city's longest-running ethnic celebration.

"The cold weather definitely dampens a lot of enthusiasm for skiing," Mr. Carter said.

The restaurant was less crowded than usual at that hour, probably because the weather had dampened a few appetites.

Don't let the weather dampen your curls.

The weather had dampened everyone's spirits, including Pearl's.

But inclement weather in April dampened demand for spring clothing, so markedly better sales failed to materialize before the end of the quarter.

The bleak weather could not dampen their high spirits.

It was a cold month and analysts expect that the weather will have dampened results.