He is able to plant seeds in soft patches of dirt to make trees grow, which can solve puzzles or reveal treasure chests. (zeldadungeon.net)
While it's unclear whether the economy has just hit a temporary soft patch, economists still see better growth in the second half of the year. (nbr.com)
The alternative scenario, following the path of the last two years, is a Q1 soft patch followed by a rebound later in the year. (capitalspectator.com)