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as in demoting
to bring to a lower grade or rank
was reduced from team captain to team member as punishment for his misbehavior on the court
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as in lowering
to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent
you'll have to reduce the amount of money you spend on unnecessary purchases if you want to have any money left for retirement
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as in sinking
to diminish the price or value of
a mortgage crisis that reduced homes to their lowest level in a decade
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Recent Examples of reducing
Georg Beyschlag, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Deregulation is integral to his message as well as the entity dubbed the Department of Government Efficiency, tasked with cutting government spending and reducing regulatory burdens.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Worth noting, reducing gasoline prices would likely mean lower crude prices as well, which could dissuade producers from drilling at lower margins in various oilfields.
—Dipka Bhambhani, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
By successfully optimizing processes, reducing energy consumption and improving the accuracy of production, smart factories can contribute to a lower carbon footprint and reduced waste.
—Georg Beyschlag, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
His proposals include reducing federal incentives for clean energy, curtailing the Environmental Protection Agency’s authority to regulate emissions, and imposing new tariffs that could increase the costs of clean energy technologies.
—Marianne Lehnis, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
In addition to minimizing the effects of UV damage, this serum also features pumpkin ferment and pomegranate extract—both of which help to dissolve dead skin cells, thus reducing the appearance of pores, acne, and overall dullness.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 11 Dec. 2024
Miller's perseverance and expertise have been instrumental in overcoming these challenges, helping Cadence OTC play a crucial role in reducing unintended pregnancies and improving reproductive health outcomes.
—Geri Stengel, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The company's innovative approach combines box-free drop-off locations with streamlined processing, allowing merchants to manage reverse logistics more effectively while reducing strain on store and warehouse staff.
—Shelley E. Kohan, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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These solutions enable just-in-time production, reducing the likelihood of waste and excess inventory while improving resource efficiency.
—Georg Beyschlag, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Deregulation is integral to his message as well as the entity dubbed the Department of Government Efficiency, tasked with cutting government spending and reducing regulatory burdens.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Worth noting, reducing gasoline prices would likely mean lower crude prices as well, which could dissuade producers from drilling at lower margins in various oilfields.
—Dipka Bhambhani, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
By successfully optimizing processes, reducing energy consumption and improving the accuracy of production, smart factories can contribute to a lower carbon footprint and reduced waste.
—Georg Beyschlag, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
His proposals include reducing federal incentives for clean energy, curtailing the Environmental Protection Agency’s authority to regulate emissions, and imposing new tariffs that could increase the costs of clean energy technologies.
—Marianne Lehnis, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
In addition to minimizing the effects of UV damage, this serum also features pumpkin ferment and pomegranate extract—both of which help to dissolve dead skin cells, thus reducing the appearance of pores, acne, and overall dullness.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 11 Dec. 2024
Miller's perseverance and expertise have been instrumental in overcoming these challenges, helping Cadence OTC play a crucial role in reducing unintended pregnancies and improving reproductive health outcomes.
—Geri Stengel, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The company's innovative approach combines box-free drop-off locations with streamlined processing, allowing merchants to manage reverse logistics more effectively while reducing strain on store and warehouse staff.
—Shelley E. Kohan, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reducing
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This not only enhances the relevancy of the ad for the buyer but also is more likely to drive conversions, increasing revenue while lowering costs.Fatima Yusuf, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The two companies spent close to $1 billion to push the merger through, money that maybe could have instead gone towards lowering grocery prices.Errol Schweizer, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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These strikes targeted weapons depots, Iranian bases, and key logistical routes, severely degrading Tehran's ability to support its proxies.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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What a degrading finale for Biden’s feeble, forgettable, frequently foolish presidency.Bret Stephens, The Mercury News, 3 Dec. 2024
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However, the country’s oil is fast depleting and even optimistic estimates suggest that the most lucrative reserves will be depleted within the next 30 years.Saleem H. Ali, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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The constant influx of alarming headlines keeps us glued to our screens, fueling anxiety and depleting our mental energy.Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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Melt 1 1/2 cups shortening and 3/4 cup nut butter and mix with the dry ingredients.Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2024
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Kimball started tinkering with a basic snickerdoodle recipe that traditionally starts with sugar, butter, shortening, eggs, vanilla and cream of tartar.Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 4 Dec. 2024
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Climate change exacerbates the threats with rising temperatures disrupting migration patterns and diminishing the availability of milkweed, the monarch caterpillar's essential food source.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Some experts are wary that a new administration that is less focused on renewable energy could thwart some of solar’s growth by diminishing the IRA tax credits or imposing tariffs that could increase the cost of building solar panels.Sarah Sax, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
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In Redfin's 2025 prediction report, analysts say the higher occurrence of natural disasters in these states could start depressing home prices, particularly in coastal Florida and hurricane-prone parts of Texas.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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In either case, residents may choose to leave an area, driving down asset prices and depressing the local economy.Justin Worland, TIME, 4 Oct. 2024
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Neely died due to compression of the neck, according to medical examiner Cynthia Harris.Lalee Ibssa, ABC News, 13 Dec. 2024
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Neely was pronounced dead at a hospital, with his death being ruled a homicide by compression of the neck.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Reducing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reducing. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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