attenuates

present tense third-person singular of attenuate

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Recent Examples of attenuates As Science Alert points out, light also attenuates and degrades over long distances. Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 30 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attenuates
reduces
Verb
  • Soluble fiber reduces cholesterol levels by blocking its absorption in the digestive tract and promoting its excretion from the body.
    Jillian Kubala, Health, 25 June 2026
  • Its 58-degree vertical design reduces wrist strain, while advanced features boost productivity.
    Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026

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“Attenuates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attenuates. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

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