as in decreases
the amount by which something is lessened
the kind of catastrophic illness that can make a sizable depletion in a family's savings
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Recent Examples of depletions
There were explosions, implosions, expansions and ozone depletions.
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Ray Padilla, Louisville Courier Journal, 16 Dec. 2025
But over exploitation often followed, leading to depletions and extinctions.
—Literary Hub, 21 Oct. 2025
Still, a closer look at depletions, the best real-time indicator of market conditions, tells a more nuanced story.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The settlements call for reducing groundwater depletions to a rate of 18,200 acre-feet per year.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2025
The causes of both events had been long debated, however one hypothesis has linked them to depletions in the Earth's protective ozone layer, such as might be caused by a supernova going off in local space.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025
Corona Extra depletions were down 3% in the quarter.
—Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2024
Ray Padilla, Louisville Courier Journal, 16 Dec. 2025
But over exploitation often followed, leading to depletions and extinctions.
—Literary Hub, 21 Oct. 2025
Still, a closer look at depletions, the best real-time indicator of market conditions, tells a more nuanced story.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The settlements call for reducing groundwater depletions to a rate of 18,200 acre-feet per year.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2025
The causes of both events had been long debated, however one hypothesis has linked them to depletions in the Earth's protective ozone layer, such as might be caused by a supernova going off in local space.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025
Corona Extra depletions were down 3% in the quarter.
—Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for depletions
Noun
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Even if policy changes or negotiations are successful, Schieldrop said that seeing significant decreases in prices is likely still a long time coming.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
4 May 2026
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All 39 have recorded enrollment decreases, based on an analysis by the California Department of Education.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2026
Noun
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Further reductions in homelessness will help balance our budget.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
4 May 2026
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While many observers expect layoffs to help the company reach that target, executives have maintained that back-office efficiencies and the deployment of technology, rather than headcount reductions, will be the drivers.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
4 May 2026
Noun
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Their ability to contract declines and their metabolism changes.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
3 May 2026
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The reasons for the enrollment declines vary, while solutions aren’t around the corner, though some suggest fewer students equals more resources to those who remain.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2026
Noun
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Avoid cans that have dents or lid damage, as this can increase the risk of bacteria that cause botulism (a form of food poisoning).—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
1 May 2026
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Smooth Dents and Remove Stains from Wood Wooden floors and tables can be extremely prone to dents, nicks, and stains, but an iron can be a surprisingly effective way to clear off water stains and smooth out dents.—
Ashley Chalmers,
The Spruce,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Two aviation courses are expected to take place, including water drops, passenger loading, cargo handling and refining communications, according to a release.—
Corey Schmidt,
Sacbee.com,
7 May 2026
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Lee announces the drops via Dover Sole Market’s Instagram stories Wednesday or Thursday for Saturday and Sunday pickup.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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“Depletions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/depletions. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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