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as in reduces
to diminish the price or value of
a faded finish will really depreciate your car when you decide to trade it in
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as in diminishes
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
dared to depreciate Shakespeare, saying his works have no relevance for modern audiences
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Recent Examples of depreciates
Businesses already get to pay less taxes on equipment, such as computers or machinery, as their value depreciates over time.
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Kayla Dwyer, IndyStar, 30 Dec. 2025
Also, unlike laying fiber optic cable, AI infrastructure depreciates rapidly.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
Anyone paying off a car loan races against the vehicle’s dwindling value, hoping to lower the balance faster than the car depreciates.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
Live games are particularly vulnerable to theft because the content’s value quickly depreciates after an event is over, leaving authorities with a small window to shut down individual broadcasts.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Kayla Dwyer, IndyStar, 30 Dec. 2025
Also, unlike laying fiber optic cable, AI infrastructure depreciates rapidly.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
Anyone paying off a car loan races against the vehicle’s dwindling value, hoping to lower the balance faster than the car depreciates.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
Live games are particularly vulnerable to theft because the content’s value quickly depreciates after an event is over, leaving authorities with a small window to shut down individual broadcasts.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for depreciates
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This reduces the risk of unforeseen physics complications needed for commercial operation, according to the Type One Energy.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Jan. 2026
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Metro also began a tap-to-exit program at certain high-crime stations, with the idea that removing fare-jumpers also reduces crime.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
15 Jan. 2026
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But those long hours sitting at a desk, commuting by car or public transport, and spending leisure time in front of screens also diminishes opportunities for the legs to be challenged.—
Desireé Oostland,
Vogue,
8 Jan. 2026
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Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
6 Jan. 2026
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Leadership that dismisses or undermines inclusion inflicts real harm on students, faculty, and staff.—
Wanda James,
Denver Post,
13 Jan. 2026
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Lanthimos dismisses any anxiety the industry might have about accommodating neurodivergent performers.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
12 Jan. 2026
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For a more permanent setup, mounting it on the ceiling keeps the projector out of the way and minimizes the risk of people, pets, or objects impeding the projection.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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One that minimizes partisan conflict and builds partnerships for success.—
Arne Carlson,
Twin Cities,
8 Jan. 2026
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Continue reading … MEDIA ‘SEE BS NEWS’ – Nikki Glaser criticizes CBS News network during Golden Globe Awards ceremony.—
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FOXNews.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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Opposition criticizes the deal Skerrit provided few details on how his island, still facing a housing shortage after Category 5 Hurricane Maria devastated the island in September 2017, plans to accommodate the refugees.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Depreciates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/depreciates. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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