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as in minimizes
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
tends to diminish any rival's accomplishments with snide remarks
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as in reduces
to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent
the state's blood supplies were severely diminished by the two consecutive disasters
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as in decreases
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
the sound of the train diminished as our distance from it increased
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Recent Examples of diminishes
Instead, the Bulls plan to keep him sidelined until his pain diminishes, at which point he would be cleared to play again.
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Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
But many in Hollywood said to defend Davidson diminishes the pain the situation caused.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 23 Feb. 2026
None of this diminishes Wagner’s value.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Feb. 2026
Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 20 Feb. 2026
Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 16 Feb. 2026
When your breath becomes shallow or chronically upper-chest-oriented, rib movement diminishes further.
—Dana Santas, CNN Money, 15 Feb. 2026
This, in my opinion, diminishes that.
—Rachel Handler, Vulture, 13 Feb. 2026
Maybe, too, Giannis gets hurt again in March and his trade value diminishes a bit more.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 4 Feb. 2026
Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
But many in Hollywood said to defend Davidson diminishes the pain the situation caused.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 23 Feb. 2026
None of this diminishes Wagner’s value.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Feb. 2026
Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 20 Feb. 2026
Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 16 Feb. 2026
When your breath becomes shallow or chronically upper-chest-oriented, rib movement diminishes further.
—Dana Santas, CNN Money, 15 Feb. 2026
This, in my opinion, diminishes that.
—Rachel Handler, Vulture, 13 Feb. 2026
Maybe, too, Giannis gets hurt again in March and his trade value diminishes a bit more.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 4 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diminishes
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The designer explains that integrating appliances behind kitchen cabinetry minimizes visual clutter and allows the room's architecture to take the lead.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Feb. 2026
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These materials reduce the risk of attachments overheating or snagging, creating a gentle blow-dry that minimizes breakage and split ends.—
Essence Wiley,
InStyle,
19 Feb. 2026
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Recent research examining extensive housing market data reaches similar conclusions, finding that institutional investors buying single-family homes raises home prices by 1-2% and reduces rents by nearly the same amount.—
Adrian Moore,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 Feb. 2026
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The fiber in fruit slows digestion and reduces the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream, helping to lower post-meal blood sugar levels.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
26 Feb. 2026
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This naturally stretches your torso and decreases pressure on the diaphragm on the side where the pain is.—
Sarah Klein,
Outside,
23 Feb. 2026
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As the storm moves away, this likelihood decreases.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Feb. 2026
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Henry dismisses Yasmin but can’t shake the niggling feeling that his wife isn’t entirely wrong.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
16 Feb. 2026
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Eduardo Bolsonaro dismisses concerns that the current electoral scenario could split the vote and lead to a first-round electoral victory for Lula.—
David Unsworth,
FOXNews.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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While a panic attack subsides eventually, the anxiety-like feeling that precedes a heart attack won’t go away and may even increase in intensity over time.—
Nadine Avola,
Flow Space,
19 Feb. 2026
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As investor panic subsides, these software names should get interest from traders, according to Pettit.—
Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
16 Feb. 2026
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Quintanilla criticizes opponents Johnson and Allred for wealth, stock trades, and immigration votes, positioning himself as a candidate who prioritizes immigrant families, small businesses, drug rehabilitation, senior relief, and local development programs.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
26 Feb. 2026
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Since last fall, the Media Research Center, a right-wing organization that criticizes legacy media outlets, has turned its attention on Apple News’ story selection.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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