When something is blunted, it is reduced or decreased in intensity. A blunt object is usually not very effective at hurting someone, because it doesn't have a sharp edge.
The knife was blunted by the shield he was wearing.
The speech was blunted by the protesters who were shouting in the audience.
adjective
made dull or blunt
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If not, then your bluntness is unmerited.
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The profile of the snout is blunt.
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Pmanderson is irascible, blunt, and hardheaded.
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He's a blunt and plainspoken guy.
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The head is not that wide and the snout is blunt.
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There is a difference between bluntness and rudeness.
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Blunt was appointed to command the District of the Frontier.
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Sequestration is an undiscerning and blunt budget tool.
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He was blunt in his renunciation of the world.
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He was known for his bluntness and honesty.