1
as in deductions
something that is or may be subtracted
there was a sizable reduction in her weekly pay when she decided to buy health insurance
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as in decreases
the amount by which something is lessened
saw an 11% reduction in the number of students applying to the school
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as in demotions
the act or an instance of bringing to a lower grade or rank
the captain was punished with a reduction to lieutenant
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Recent Examples of reductions
However, greater reductions are needed to slow climate change, which would require developing additional, more effective strategies.
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Hanqin Tian, Fortune, 25 May 2026
Residents can expect winds to be west-southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph and humidity rH reductions to 10-20% this afternoon.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 25 May 2026
Chicago Preventing relapse after treatment Illinois continues confronting rising behavioral health demands while state and federal policymakers debate Medicaid eligibility rules, work requirements and spending reductions.
—Chicago Tribune, 24 May 2026
Lung and breast cancers showed the biggest reductions Researchers found lower rates of cancer progression in six of the seven cancer types studied among patients taking GLP-1 drugs.
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 23 May 2026
During the daytime, lane reductions are limited to northbound traffic.
—Da Lin, CBS News, 23 May 2026
The reductions are specifically aimed at eliminating excess layers of management and removing organizational redundancy resulting from the integration of Credit Karma.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
The Board of Trade, the ministry spokesperson said, would allow the two sides to discuss issues such as tariff reductions on specific products.
—ABC News, 18 May 2026
This difference may appear modest, but in space missions, where every kilogram launched into orbit is expensive, even small reductions can translate into extra payload capacity, lower launch costs, or more operational flexibility.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 17 May 2026
Hanqin Tian, Fortune, 25 May 2026
Residents can expect winds to be west-southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph and humidity rH reductions to 10-20% this afternoon.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 25 May 2026
Chicago Preventing relapse after treatment Illinois continues confronting rising behavioral health demands while state and federal policymakers debate Medicaid eligibility rules, work requirements and spending reductions.
—Chicago Tribune, 24 May 2026
Lung and breast cancers showed the biggest reductions Researchers found lower rates of cancer progression in six of the seven cancer types studied among patients taking GLP-1 drugs.
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 23 May 2026
During the daytime, lane reductions are limited to northbound traffic.
—Da Lin, CBS News, 23 May 2026
The reductions are specifically aimed at eliminating excess layers of management and removing organizational redundancy resulting from the integration of Credit Karma.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
The Board of Trade, the ministry spokesperson said, would allow the two sides to discuss issues such as tariff reductions on specific products.
—ABC News, 18 May 2026
This difference may appear modest, but in space missions, where every kilogram launched into orbit is expensive, even small reductions can translate into extra payload capacity, lower launch costs, or more operational flexibility.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 17 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reductions
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Adapting the private-sector pay structure for all work in prison could result in fair wages – that’s if deductions are revised to be fair as well.—
Julia Bowling,
The Conversation,
29 May 2026
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The 1% floor on corporate deductions stacks directly against the existing 10% cap.—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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Because people notice price increases more often than price decreases.—
Hemant K. Bhargava,
Boston Herald,
23 May 2026
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The energy burned from exercise decreases after around 10% weight loss.—
Kim Pfotenhauer,
The Conversation,
22 May 2026
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Word of the demotions came early in the spring semester, but the cuts take effect on July 1.—
Katie Servas,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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But the plaintiffs’ concerns were ignored and, in 2019, the department retaliated by starting Internal Affairs investigations and imposing a series of negative work actions against the officers, including demotions, removals from specialized assignments and involuntary transfers, suit stated.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Best Outdoor Lighting Deals Get the best outdoor lighting deals for every space with discounts on string lights and more.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
24 May 2026
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Keep scrolling to shop more Nordstrom Memorial Day deals or check out the department store’s colossal sale section for even more discounts.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
23 May 2026
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Oil prices, however, remained volatile, resuming their rally after three straight sessions of declines as investors weighed mixed messaging on Iran peace deal negotiations.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
22 May 2026
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Schools that derive the lion’s share of their revenue from tuition are more vulnerable to enrollment declines and price competition.—
Matt Schifrin,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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The allegations include racial harassment, discriminatory assignments, pay inequality, retaliation, failure to prevent discrimination and harassment, and unequal treatment in areas including discipline, promotions, firings, and constructive discharges.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
27 May 2026
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There’s no telling where the Red Sox would have been at this point if the firings hadn’t happened.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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From there, observe any dents, soft spots or cracks.—
Alexandra Frost,
USA Today,
25 May 2026
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Hail damage can be subtle — granule loss and small dents that shorten a roof’s life without obvious leaks.—
Ryan Brennan
May 15,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2026
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The Mulholland Drive actress has since become one of the most visible voices urging women to recognize perimenopause symptoms earlier, writing a book on the subject and speaking openly about the years of confusion, shame and dismissals that shaped her experience.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
14 May 2026
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Korey’s record reports multimillion-dollar personal injury case results, more than 1,000 criminal-defense clients served, more than 500 dismissals, and recognition through The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and FOX 26 News.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
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“Reductions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reductions. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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