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as in dropped
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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
Ximena Bustillo, NPR, 20 June 2026
This year, a census report compiled by Nutmeg Consulting found that the homeless sheltered population increased by around 17%, while the number of people living outside decreased by almost 50%.
—Ginny Monk, Hartford Courant, 20 June 2026
Yet burnout is associated with emotional exhaustion, cynicism, reduced motivation, sleep problems, and decreased enjoyment of previously pleasurable activities.
—Maia Niguel Hoskin, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Broward inventory has decreased for both single-family homes and condos.
—Alexandra Phelps, Miami Herald, 18 June 2026
Comparing activity in participants before and after beginning treatment, the average number of steps decreased from 5,047 to 4,487 per day.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 17 June 2026
Tomato plants that are overcrowded may have slow or stunted growth, decreased fruit production, signs of disease, and yellowing or wilting leaves.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
Vitamin use increased, but multivitamin-multimineral use actually decreased, which the researchers propose is connected to a growing preference for personalized medicine.
—Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 16 June 2026
Symptoms of infant botulism can take several weeks to start, according to the CDC, but may include constipation, poor feeding, loss of head control, difficulty swallowing and decreased facial expression.
—Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 14 June 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
In March, a nurse assessed Parias for complaints of increasing pain, and the nurse noted decreased mobility, prompting the nurse to submit a referral for an orthopedic evaluation, as well as additional medications.
—Ximena Bustillo, NPR, 20 June 2026
This year, a census report compiled by Nutmeg Consulting found that the homeless sheltered population increased by around 17%, while the number of people living outside decreased by almost 50%.
—Ginny Monk, Hartford Courant, 20 June 2026
Yet burnout is associated with emotional exhaustion, cynicism, reduced motivation, sleep problems, and decreased enjoyment of previously pleasurable activities.
—Maia Niguel Hoskin, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Broward inventory has decreased for both single-family homes and condos.
—Alexandra Phelps, Miami Herald, 18 June 2026
Comparing activity in participants before and after beginning treatment, the average number of steps decreased from 5,047 to 4,487 per day.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 17 June 2026
Tomato plants that are overcrowded may have slow or stunted growth, decreased fruit production, signs of disease, and yellowing or wilting leaves.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
Vitamin use increased, but multivitamin-multimineral use actually decreased, which the researchers propose is connected to a growing preference for personalized medicine.
—Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 16 June 2026
Symptoms of infant botulism can take several weeks to start, according to the CDC, but may include constipation, poor feeding, loss of head control, difficulty swallowing and decreased facial expression.
—Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 14 June 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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The 52-year-old wife of Crown Prince Haakon, the heir to the Norwegian throne, was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis in 2018, a chronic disease that causes scarring in the lungs and leads to a reduced oxygen uptake.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
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The plan depends on drug companies sending Canada extra at reduced prices, rather than at the prices charged in the US.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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But Kesselring’s role was further diminished when Buffalo acquired defensemen Logan Stanley and Luke Schenn from the Winnipeg Jets at the trade deadline in March.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
17 June 2026
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Since then, our evenings have been brighter and our melatonin diminished.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 June 2026
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Barry follows a depressed ex‑Marine hitman (Hader, in the title role) who turns to acting for salvation while tangling with the Chechen mob in Los Angeles.—
Stephen Rodrick,
Rolling Stone,
16 June 2026
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Epstein seemed to feel increasingly depressed about the conditions of his incarceration.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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Color isn't absent from naturalistic gardens, but the palette tends to be tighter and more subdued.—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 June 2026
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All in all, Louis's hijinks were much more subdued than in previous years, however.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
13 June 2026
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Shinnecock Hills did its part, even after the strongest wind subsided.—
Doug Ferguson,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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While the most intense combat has subsided, Israeli forces have continued launching airstrikes and opening fire on Palestinians, leaving more than 1,000 people dead since the ceasefire began in October, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry.—
Mirna Alsharif,
NBC news,
20 June 2026
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If there are two goals or fewer, the under wins.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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This first test series of the summer has been regarded as a fresh start for England and its under-pressure leadership after a 4-1 loss to Australia during an Ashes tour featuring reports of excessive drinking and when England was accused of slack preparation and a wrong tactical approach.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
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Real estate developers are already cautiously planning to take advantage of the eased regulations and plan to announce new projects after the law goes into effect.—
Roger Vincent,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 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 23 Jun. 2026.
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