as in subsiding
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1
as in decreasing
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
interest in the author's home abated as her novels waned in popularity
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as in reducing
to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent
a couple of aspirin should abate the pain
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as in abolishing
to put an end to by formal action
asked the appellate court to abate the lower court's ruling allowing the patient to be removed from life support
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as in subtracting
to take away (an amount or number) from a total
I managed to get the used car dealer to abate $200 from the sticker price
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as in stripping
to take something away from
recurring problems could not abate her of her enthusiasm for the project
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Recent Examples of abating
Arkansas Online, 21 Mar. 2026
The attacks — and threats of more to come — indicate the Iran war shows no sign of abating.
—Sam Mednick, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2026
The war, meanwhile, has shown no signs of abating.
—ABC News, 21 Mar. 2026
While countless music documentaries about hundreds of artists have been made in the decade since streaming took hold, the appetite for them does not seem to be abating and Netflix has produced dozens of them.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 20 Mar. 2026
No end in sight Three weeks in, the conflict shows no sign of abating.
—John Liu, CNN Money, 20 Mar. 2026
The cross-border clashes mark the deadliest fighting between neighbors, showing no signs of abating despite ceasefire efforts by China and Turkey.
—Munir Ahmed, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2026
Prior to the oil shock stemming from the war in Iran, the freight recession that has permeated the trucking industry for more than three years had continued to see promising signs of abating.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 11 Mar. 2026
The war entered its ninth day on Monday with no sign of abating.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 9 Mar. 2026
Verb
The mixed messages came as the war has shown no signs of abating.
—Arkansas Online, 21 Mar. 2026
The attacks — and threats of more to come — indicate the Iran war shows no sign of abating.
—Sam Mednick, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2026
The war, meanwhile, has shown no signs of abating.
—ABC News, 21 Mar. 2026
While countless music documentaries about hundreds of artists have been made in the decade since streaming took hold, the appetite for them does not seem to be abating and Netflix has produced dozens of them.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 20 Mar. 2026
No end in sight Three weeks in, the conflict shows no sign of abating.
—John Liu, CNN Money, 20 Mar. 2026
The cross-border clashes mark the deadliest fighting between neighbors, showing no signs of abating despite ceasefire efforts by China and Turkey.
—Munir Ahmed, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2026
Prior to the oil shock stemming from the war in Iran, the freight recession that has permeated the trucking industry for more than three years had continued to see promising signs of abating.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 11 Mar. 2026
The war entered its ninth day on Monday with no sign of abating.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 9 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for abating
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But there were no signs that the conflict was subsiding.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Mar. 2026
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But, by the end of May, the issue was not subsiding.—
Evan Grant,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Mar. 2026
Verb
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By influencing two metabolic pathways, both medications may similarly improve blood sugar control while also reducing appetite.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2026
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Understanding the gravity of a red flag warning and adhering to these precautions is pivotal in reducing the risk of wildfires during these hazardous conditions.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Mar. 2026
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The National Women’s Soccer League announced a new CBA in the summer of 2024 that included giving players agency on where they are traded and abolishing expansion and collegiate drafts.—
Marisa Ingemi,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Mar. 2026
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Stratton cast herself as the most progressive choice, supporting policies such as a $25 minimum wage and abolishing ICE, and managed to overcome a significant financial disadvantage.—
Marissa Martinez,
NBC news,
18 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Willis represents a first move of building, not subtracting.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2026
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This chicken is a great recipe to customize to your preferences, adding and subtracting fresh veggies to suit your taste.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
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After stripping the Boise home of its contents, the Myers added new cabinetry as well as a new driveway, sprinkler system and heating, ventilation and air conditioning system.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Mar. 2026
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The lightweight triglyceride oil base melts through makeup and sunscreen without stripping, while glycerin and Lactobacillus ferment help maintain moisture.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
25 Mar. 2026
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Even better, the peak of this shower, which should produce on average between 8 to 10 meteors per hour, will arrive under dark skies thanks to a meager waning crescent moon.—
Michael d'Estries,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Jan. 2026
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Consumers can also look for savings at home by decreasing energy costs—for instance, by keeping the air conditioner at a higher temperature.—
Austin Carter,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Rather than decreasing the volume of betting, this restriction weakens legal operators by removing the clearest signals consumers have about which platforms are regulated and safe.—
Cláudia Nunes,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 Apr. 2026
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The president has gone so far as repealing a longtime scientific finding that climate change endangers public health and the environment.—
Matthew Daly,
San Antonio Express-News,
23 Mar. 2026
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Johnson, of the American Cancer Society, pushed back on arguments that repealing the program would save the state money.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
9 Mar. 2026
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