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as in defamations
the act of making a person or a thing seem little or unimportant
she grew increasingly resentful of her coworker's constant diminishment of her new project ideas
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as in decreases
the amount by which something is lessened
there was a sharp diminishment in our savings after the college tuition bill was paid
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for diminishments
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As estrogen decreases during menopause, nerves in the hypothalamus — an almond-size region deep inside the brain whose functions include helping regulate the body’s thermostat — become hyperactive and produce an overabundance of chemical signals called neurokinins.—
Jacqueline Howard,
CNN Money,
24 Oct. 2025 -
Prices across Louisville have generally followed the national trend, showing significant decreases from their peak in the first quarter of 2025.—
Olivia Evans,
Louisville Courier Journal,
22 Oct. 2025
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What investigators initially left out Despite criticisms that IndyStar reported previously from accusers, the law firm says no findings were left out of the final report.—
Ryan Murphy,
IndyStar,
24 Oct. 2025
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His opponents have slammed him over his previous criticisms of the New York Police Department, but Mamdani has since emphasized his desire to work with the department.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
24 Oct. 2025
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Even with the staff reductions, Ellison has been spending big on content deals since closing the deal forming Paramount Skydance.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
29 Oct. 2025
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Temperature reductions from extensive tree coverage offer sustainability benefits beyond mere aesthetics — a critical consideration in a climate where outdoor spaces become nearly uninhabitable for months each year.—
Ritu Upadhyay,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
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Already, Lores has ended a cycle of revenue declines with five consecutive quarters of top-line growth.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
31 Oct. 2025
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While the stock benchmarks saw sharp declines yesterday, both of them are poised to turn in healthy weekly and monthly gains.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
31 Oct. 2025
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Even worse, scratches, dents, and imperfections can stand out dramatically.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Oct. 2025
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The roomy, high-cut ABS shell fits a variety of head shapes and shrugs off dents, while adjustable sizing ensures comfort.—
Outside,
Outside,
21 Oct. 2025
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Continental and regional bodies, including the African Union, have been criticized for failing to address human rights abuses in Tanzania ahead of the election.—
Martin K.N Siele,
semafor.com,
31 Oct. 2025
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Indonesia invaded Timor-Leste just a week after Portugal withdrew, leading to almost a quarter-century of occupation marked by severe human rights abuses.—
Angelica Ang,
Fortune,
30 Oct. 2025
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Evidence pointing directly to Avery’s involvement included drops of his blood that were found in Halbach's Toyota RAV4 and her keys, which were found in his bedroom along with his DNA, per the Post-Crescent.—
Nicole Briese,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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As the temperature drops, wear this dress under your favorite jacket to stay warm—without feeling bulky underneath.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Oct. 2025
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While condemnations are not uncommon, the city does not casually tear down properties, especially prominent ones.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
29 Sep. 2025
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Emirati leaders’ response, marked by swift condemnations and the prompt visit of a historically high-ranking delegation to Doha, indicate that Israel’s government seriously misjudged the situation.—
Monica Marks,
Time,
19 Sep. 2025
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“Diminishments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diminishments. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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