DECREASES (IN) Synonyms: 20 Similar and Opposite Words

decreases (in)

verb

present tense third-person singular of decrease (in)

as in declines (in)

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loses

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As the family loses another beloved member, The Sopranos alums are grieving the death of Vincent Pastore.

— Glenn Garner, Deadline, 1 Aug. 2026
All the structure and discipline in the world won’t spare him from criticism if Michigan loses four games this year, which is a distinct possibility with a schedule that includes Ohio State, Oregon, Indiana and Oklahoma.

— Austin Meek, New York Times, 31 July 2026

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