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as in reducing
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as in depreciation
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as in decreasing
to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent
we lessened our efforts as it became clear they weren't having an effect
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as in diminishing
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
the pain should begin to lessen within minutes of taking the medication
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as in weakening
to lower in character, dignity, or quality
blatant hypocrisy that lessened him in the eyes of the voters
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Recent Examples of lessening
Ginny Monk, Hartford Courant, 10 Apr. 2025
Additionally, clients might pursue more efficient AI models, lessening the need for Nvidia’s chips.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Then, Congress' solution was partly aimed at lessening the leverage ER doctors and other providers had with insurers under the threat of large out-of-network bills.
—Caitlin Owens, Axios, 7 Apr. 2025
Humility in science translation looks more like initial engagement, listening, lessening mistrust, and developing solutions together.
—Marshall Shepherd, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
The project is aimed at lessening traffic congestion, accidents and slowdowns by using technology to alert motorists to road conditions.
—Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 24 Mar. 2025
There is a balance between each person wanting to push herself; no one wants to be responsible for holding others back or lessening the experience.
—Jesse James McTigue, Outside Online, 20 Mar. 2025
This comes as Merz, a committed transatlanticist, has stressed that his tenure will be geared toward lessening Germany's dependence on Washington across-the-board.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 11 Mar. 2025
And one of them is lessening my travel anxiety about losing my luggage by placing an AirTag inside of my bag.
—Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2025
Verb
The 2024 bill adjusted that schedule so that the list began with an 85% valuation for vehicles that are up to a year old, lessening the impact on municipal budgets, which draw revenue from car taxes.
—Ginny Monk, Hartford Courant, 10 Apr. 2025
Additionally, clients might pursue more efficient AI models, lessening the need for Nvidia’s chips.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Then, Congress' solution was partly aimed at lessening the leverage ER doctors and other providers had with insurers under the threat of large out-of-network bills.
—Caitlin Owens, Axios, 7 Apr. 2025
Humility in science translation looks more like initial engagement, listening, lessening mistrust, and developing solutions together.
—Marshall Shepherd, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
The project is aimed at lessening traffic congestion, accidents and slowdowns by using technology to alert motorists to road conditions.
—Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 24 Mar. 2025
There is a balance between each person wanting to push herself; no one wants to be responsible for holding others back or lessening the experience.
—Jesse James McTigue, Outside Online, 20 Mar. 2025
This comes as Merz, a committed transatlanticist, has stressed that his tenure will be geared toward lessening Germany's dependence on Washington across-the-board.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 11 Mar. 2025
And one of them is lessening my travel anxiety about losing my luggage by placing an AirTag inside of my bag.
—Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lessening
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Device lifecycle management and repair services will become increasingly important, reducing the amount of technology that ends up in landfills.—
Max Silber,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Studies show these reforms—reducing minimum parking requirements, legalizing ADUs, and simplifying permitting processes—resulted in more housing.—
Adam A. Millsap,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Moffett also said artificial intelligence isn’t driving an upgrade cycle as hoped, noting that there is weakening demand in China along with antitrust concerns.—
Jason Gewirtz,
CNBC,
8 Jan. 2025
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With high expectations for future new orders along with expanding current new orders, the outlooks for material handling and supply chain industries are positive, despite some weakening in the December MHI BAI report.—
Jason Schenker,
Forbes,
7 Jan. 2025
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Under Bukele's tenure, El Salvador has seen a dramatic decrease in its crime rate.—
Kathryn Watson,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2025
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Fort Lauderdale: $3.06, according to AAA, a 10-cent decrease from last week.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
14 Apr. 2025
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But the same things that prevent parents from maintaining employment or housing — especially substance abuse and mental illness — often inhibit them from engaging in services, while also diminishing their ability to protect and care for their children.—
Emily Putnam-Hornstein and Naomi Schaefer Riley,
Twin Cities,
13 Apr. 2025
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After his round, the Irishman did not tolerate the media diminishing his spot in the tournament.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Apr. 2025
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Boston Metal The key to the success of the recent test that led to the creation of a ton of molten metal is Boston Metal's inert anode which can drive the electrical process in the reactor without degrading.—
Michael Franco,
New Atlas,
13 Mar. 2025
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The other reason is that our news ecosystem is rapidly degrading, particularly online.—
Jeffrey Blehar,
National Review,
7 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Dahl’s relationship with the police department was deteriorating.—
Ronan Farrow,
The New Yorker,
24 Mar. 2025
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Retail experts saw a lack of investment in Hudson’s Bay stores, diminishing service levels and deteriorating physical conditions, like malfunctioning escalators and water damage in certain locations.—
David Moin,
WWD,
24 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In a large bowl, cream the shortening and sugar until fluffy.—
Kelly Brant,
arkansasonline.com,
7 Jan. 2025
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Line an 8-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil and grease foil with either butter or vegetable shortening.—
Rowan Briggs,
The Mercury News,
11 Feb. 2025
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After noticing a global gap in effective and trusted protection when faced with financial diminution, the company honed in on the product, refining it to meet the needs of employees worldwide.—
Ethan Stone,
USA TODAY,
12 Mar. 2025
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What’s really harmful, in my estimation, is the uncertainty of it all and the diminution of trust our strongest allies will have in the United States for years to come.—
Ken Roberts,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Lessening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lessening. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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