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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
Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 6 June 2026
Brunson, meanwhile, has also received attention for his propensity to draw fouls, but his reliance in that area has decreased.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 5 June 2026
Somehow, going 3-of-6 decreased his recent accuracy.
—Zach Harper, New York Times, 5 June 2026
The total volume reduced by 12%, according to the report, and the maximum speeds of cars along the corridor had also decreased.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 2 June 2026
People put small down payments on homes and when the values decreased, the homeowners were underwater.
—Cicely Jones, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Gas prices have decreased by double digits across Florida as the summer vacation season begins.
—Miami Herald Staff Report, Miami Herald, 1 June 2026
Homicides have decreased by roughly 11% from this time in 2025, which ended with a 60-year low in the number of people killed; the city has also had 148 fewer people shot.
—Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2026
This isn’t unique to Sacramento, with Smith noting that an American Alliance of Museums survey found that 55% of museums report decreased traffic.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 31 May 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
The sentence was decreased to 30 years weeks later.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 6 June 2026
Brunson, meanwhile, has also received attention for his propensity to draw fouls, but his reliance in that area has decreased.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 5 June 2026
Somehow, going 3-of-6 decreased his recent accuracy.
—Zach Harper, New York Times, 5 June 2026
The total volume reduced by 12%, according to the report, and the maximum speeds of cars along the corridor had also decreased.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 2 June 2026
People put small down payments on homes and when the values decreased, the homeowners were underwater.
—Cicely Jones, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Gas prices have decreased by double digits across Florida as the summer vacation season begins.
—Miami Herald Staff Report, Miami Herald, 1 June 2026
Homicides have decreased by roughly 11% from this time in 2025, which ended with a 60-year low in the number of people killed; the city has also had 148 fewer people shot.
—Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2026
This isn’t unique to Sacramento, with Smith noting that an American Alliance of Museums survey found that 55% of museums report decreased traffic.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 31 May 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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An electric boat promotes responsible experiences, operating emission-free and with reduced noise pollution.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The semaglutide medication slows the digestive system, and combined with reduced appetite and lower fluid intake, that can leave users feeling backed up for weeks at a time.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
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Polis wrote in his veto letter that the bill would have diminished incentives for fire departments to participate in the Colorado Firefighter Trust, which replaced state workers’ compensation for firefighters’ cancer claims.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
4 June 2026
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Phosphorus has diminished some.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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One reason Red Sea traffic remains depressed is because ships can bypass it and avoid the security risk altogether by sailing around the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa.—
Spencer Kimball,
CNBC,
30 May 2026
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As anxiety has mounted about depressed entry-level hiring, with Gen Z crowds even booing luminaries such as Eric Schmidt amid commencement speeches touting AI, Dimon has given warm but blunt advice to ambitious young workers.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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Hotel Portsmouth’s rooms are bright and quirky, while the rooms at The Bow have a more serene and subdued ambience.—
Jacqueline Dole,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2026
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After years dominated by the reliable little black dress and subdued minimalism, wedding guest attire is swinging loudly in the opposite direction.—
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
28 May 2026
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Although the heaviest fighting has subsided, the ceasefire has seen almost daily Israeli fire.—
Melanie Lidman,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2026
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Not only is inflation on the rise again and currently sitting at its highest point in three years, but the hope for interest rate cuts this year has largely subsided.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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In recent years, Henley has become a player who clearly enjoys difficult tests, and winning at Colonial with a score of just 12-under checks that box.—
Mark Harris OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
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The best area for a bird bath is near, but not directly under, a low shrub or tree.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
29 May 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 9 Jun. 2026.
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