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as in reduced
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as in diminished
to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent
workers decreased the volume of water flowing through the pipes in order to prevent an overflow
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as in subsided
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
the force of the wind slowly decreased until the flowers were standing upright again
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Recent Examples of decreased
Joseph Duarte, Houston Chronicle, 28 Mar. 2026
Just like in humans, salmonella exposure can sicken pets, causing lethargy, bloody diarrhea, vomiting, fever and a decreased appetite.
—Jeremy Tanner, The Hill, 2 Mar. 2026
The study, published in JAMA Dermatology, found a decreased risk of three types of skin cancer associated with the use of nicotinamide, which is a form of vitamin B3.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 26 Sep. 2025
Sam Metz, Arkansas Online, 26 Apr. 2026
The issue has broad effects, affecting not just the victim but families, co-workers and community while harming mental and physical health, causing decreased productivity and decreasing one’s quality of life.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
Palestinian voter turnout has gradually decreased but is relatively high by regional standards, averaging between 50% and 60%.
—Sam Metz, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
And while low-cost housing has decreased, rents have risen.
—Desiree Mathurin
april 24, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026
The number of cases of racial abuse against the Brazil international decreased as authorities started to take more significant action.
—ABC News, 24 Apr. 2026
Once the lead line replacements are completed, water rates can be decreased, the city has indicated.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Although California’s prison population has decreased by roughly 50% in the last two decades, the department’s operational spending has only decreased by 11%, when adjusted for inflation, over that period.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Its position in the north of the valley doesn’t allow the cooling influences of the Pacific Ocean and San Pablo Bay to reach it, making for fairly warm temperatures and decreased variation in day-to-night temperatures when compared to the rest of the valley.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
He was slowed early in his recovery from a knee injury and then saw a decreased role in the rotation in the last month, playing only seven minutes in three tournament games.
—Joseph Duarte, Houston Chronicle, 28 Mar. 2026
Just like in humans, salmonella exposure can sicken pets, causing lethargy, bloody diarrhea, vomiting, fever and a decreased appetite.
—Jeremy Tanner, The Hill, 2 Mar. 2026
The study, published in JAMA Dermatology, found a decreased risk of three types of skin cancer associated with the use of nicotinamide, which is a form of vitamin B3.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
Palestinian voter turnout has gradually decreased over the past elections.
—Sam Metz, Arkansas Online, 26 Apr. 2026
The issue has broad effects, affecting not just the victim but families, co-workers and community while harming mental and physical health, causing decreased productivity and decreasing one’s quality of life.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
Palestinian voter turnout has gradually decreased but is relatively high by regional standards, averaging between 50% and 60%.
—Sam Metz, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
And while low-cost housing has decreased, rents have risen.
—Desiree Mathurin
april 24, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026
The number of cases of racial abuse against the Brazil international decreased as authorities started to take more significant action.
—ABC News, 24 Apr. 2026
Once the lead line replacements are completed, water rates can be decreased, the city has indicated.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Although California’s prison population has decreased by roughly 50% in the last two decades, the department’s operational spending has only decreased by 11%, when adjusted for inflation, over that period.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Its position in the north of the valley doesn’t allow the cooling influences of the Pacific Ocean and San Pablo Bay to reach it, making for fairly warm temperatures and decreased variation in day-to-night temperatures when compared to the rest of the valley.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for decreased
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The game became more competitive after the first delay, but the Irish couldn’t overcome a litany of mistakes: three interceptions, two lost fumbles, one missed field goal and a handful of dropped passes.—
Tyler James,
Indianapolis Star,
2 May 2020
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Diffuse impact Problems are likely to range from dropped connections to slow downloads or loss of video feeds.—
Scott Moritz,
Fortune,
8 Mar. 2020
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Drive at a reduced speed during wet weather.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Apr. 2026
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Over time, maintaining cleaner air can help reduce allergy flare-ups and other respiratory issues, potentially leading to lower medical expenses and a reduced reliance on ongoing treatments.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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For those who have been advocating for more telework protections since 2024, their fervor hasn’t diminished.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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Broadband, long the savior of the sector as video footprints have diminished, has also shown signs of weakness over the past year or two.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
23 Apr. 2026
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Researchers believe inbreeding led to depressed survival rates in pups.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Sam is very depressed and feels lonely and isolated.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
25 Apr. 2026
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For a more subdued columbine, look to the ‘pink lantern’ varietal.—
Ashley Chalmers,
The Spruce,
26 Apr. 2026
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So far, with real estate prices under pressure [in China], confidence in Chinese market remains subdued.—
Elsa Ohlen,
CNBC,
23 Apr. 2026
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After the chaos subsided and guests were allowed back into the festival, Wilson’s performance was the set everyone needed to put the night back into place.—
Brian Blueskye,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2026
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And while the conflict in the Middle East temporarily warded off deflation, the gains have since subsided as Chinese industry continues to run below capacity, the chief economist for Asia Pacific at French bank Natixis argued.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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The Gateway Development Commission awarded the contract this week for boring the under-river section of the Hudson River Tunnel.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
28 Apr. 2026
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Ramanathan and Sundarararjan captured the title with a 9-under par, the park district said.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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Despite the eased restrictions, Rader is still only allowed out of his 8-foot-by-10-foot cell for one hour a day, five days a week.—
Alex Gurley,
PEOPLE,
10 Oct. 2025
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“Decreased.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decreased. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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