subtracting (from)

verb

Definition of subtracting (from)next
present participle of subtract (from)
as in cutting down

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for subtracting (from)
  1. reducing
  2. modifying
  3. diminishing
  4. downsizing
  5. slashing
  6. moderating
Verb
  • The commissions have until the end of December to come up with recommendations on overhauling institutions such as the police and the judiciary, as well as on reducing corruption and improving public administration.
    Saif Hasnat Atul Loke, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This approach ensures employees feel included in the process, reducing fear and building trust.
    Kolawole Samuel Adebayo, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of reducing
Verb
  • The channel’s signature move is modifying Lada, primarily a Fiat car adapted for use in Russia.
    Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Candy-makers have responded by shrinking the size of the products, modifying recipes and leaning heavier into non-chocolate offerings.
    Alicia Wallace, CNN, 15 Dec. 2024
Definition of modifying
Verb
  • The area bounded by Vincennes, Terre Haute, Muncie and Kokomo saw a general eight to 12 inches with snowfall amounts diminishing to just a few inches northwest towards Lafayette.
    Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 23 Dec. 2024
  • However, as detection systems improve using things like quantum sensors, AI, and multi-domain networks, the effectiveness of such stealth measures is diminishing.
    Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of diminishing
Verb
  • At the same time, consumers are also downsizing, analysts said, in response to prices that are still high by historical standards.
    Jim Henry, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Stay informed about trends, such as corporations downsizing their office spaces or small businesses seeking cost-effective workspaces.
    Jason Anderson, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of downsizing
Verb
  • The plan was implemented after several high-profile incidents occurred on the city's subway system, including a deadly shooting that broke out on an elevated train platform and a train conductor who was injured in a slashing attack.
    John Bacon, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Fractional ownership of high-value assets like premium real estate and art will become mainstream, creating liquid markets for traditionally illiquid assets while slashing transaction costs and settlement times.
    Sandy Carter, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of slashing
Verb
  • In terms of hosting and moderating screening this season the crown has to go to the beloved Guillermo del Toro who seems to be aiming for my job.
    Pete Hammond, Deadline, 20 Dec. 2024
  • The cold air will last for one more day on Saturday before a moderating trend begins on Sunday and into next week for most of the East.
    Max Golembo, ABC News, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of moderating
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