numbs

verb

Definition of numbsnext
present tense third-person singular of numb
as in dulls
to reduce or weaken in strength or feeling wait for the medication to numb your mouth

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  1. reduces
  2. diminishes
  3. weakens
Verb
  • The move reduces the sentence for all but three of the 40 inmates on federal death row.
    Michelle Stoddart, ABC News, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Regular team training with industry best practices, plus automation, reduces errors and improves operational efficiency for market growth.
    Mohamed Madkour, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of reduces
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  • Expecting a spouse, children, or a community to handle this long-term is unrealistic, especially as families become more dispersed and community support diminishes.
    Patti Brennan, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Flicks' tactics are some of the most entertaining and exciting ones to watch as a neutral, but once it they get found out, the reward part diminishes to the point of not being worth the risk playing such a dangerous high line and offside trap system.
    Thom Harris, The Athletic, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of diminishes
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  • An easy monetary policy typically weakens a country’s currency, making exports cheaper and potentially supports growth in the face of tariffs.
    Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Doing so weakens your home's heating system and is a fire hazard.
    Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of weakens
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Thesaurus Entries Near numbs

numbness

numbs

numerable

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