as in reduction
something that is or may be subtracted
a discount of 20% from the original price
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1
as in to ignore
to dismiss as of little importance
even while acknowledging the primacy of the director, we should not discount the contributions of all the others who worked on the film
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2
as in to dismiss
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
shouldn't discount their contributions to our fund-raising efforts
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as in cheap
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Recent Examples of discount
Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 21 Feb. 2025
Norse Atlantic Airways, a discount European airline, recently revealed dozens of flight deals on flights from the United States to Europe throughout the rest of 2024 and early 2025 as part of a September Sale.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 6 Sep. 2024
Christopher Murray
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Rue La La, the under-the-radar site known for offering steep discounts on designer bags, shoes, and accessories, has the timeless sandals for just $80 right now.
—Nicol Natale, People.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 14 Aug. 2025
Granville noted that markets had been discounting the second scenario’s ability to benefit defense companies.
—Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 14 Aug. 2025
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Noun
And some stores, like discount German grocers Lidl and Aldi, are limiting the number of egg purchases.
—Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 21 Feb. 2025
Norse Atlantic Airways, a discount European airline, recently revealed dozens of flight deals on flights from the United States to Europe throughout the rest of 2024 and early 2025 as part of a September Sale.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 6 Sep. 2024
Verb
Original price: $1,462 Prepare for next summer by scoring a major discount on a seven-piece lounge set.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Rue La La, the under-the-radar site known for offering steep discounts on designer bags, shoes, and accessories, has the timeless sandals for just $80 right now.
—Nicol Natale, People.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
The Sonos Ace headphones, discounted by $100, offer rich, balanced audio, effective noise cancellation, and the ability to swap sound with certain Sonos speakers.
—Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 14 Aug. 2025
Granville noted that markets had been discounting the second scenario’s ability to benefit defense companies.
—Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 14 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discount
Noun
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Companies that operationalize these practices report 30–40% reductions in rework—savings that directly impact margins and competitiveness.—
Brent Gleeson,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Crime reduction was another area of focus for Strnad, who graduated from Milwaukee Area Technical College in 1999 with a police science degree.—
Anna Kleiber,
jsonline.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Verb
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This isn’t about weakening rights or ignoring the role of guns.—
For the Carroll County Times,
Baltimore Sun,
16 Aug. 2025
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Or Joe Biden when Putin ignored his warnings and invaded Ukraine in 2022.—
Susan Page,
USA Today,
16 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Boston Magazine reported that during her training she was ultimately dismissed for administering opiates without a doctor’s order and leaving her shift early.—
Christina Coulter,
People.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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At Hall's request, the case was dismissed without prejudice.—
Evan Mealins,
The Tennessean,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The new numbers suggest that slowing rent increases and cheaper gas are offsetting some impacts of President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
13 Aug. 2025
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Which internet providers offer the cheapest internet in Houston, Texas?—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Part of that is due to the increase in the standard deduction for those age 65 and older from 2025 through 2028.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
12 Aug. 2025
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So the taxpayers in CFM lost their deduction, but what about penalties?—
Jay Adkisson,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
Verb
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You’d be forgiven if your moviegoing interest in the legacyquel — a clever term for a next-gen sequel to a popular, typically very nostalgic film that former IndieWire editor Matt Singer coined over a decade ago — has waned.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
5 Aug. 2025
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Can College Ave loans be forgiven? Private student loans from College Ave are not eligible for forgiveness.—
Adam Palasciano,
CNBC,
4 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Comfort: cycling infrastructure should allow for comfortable maneuvering and minimize the use of (precious) human energy.—
Carlton Reid,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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Many native grasses and wildflowers have extensive root systems that grow deep and wide, helping minimize runoff and prevent erosion.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The stock is not inexpensive, and hazards persist, yet its performance has consistently justified its valuation.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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Fire Crackers Are Easy And Inexpensive The ingredients are inexpensive and easy to find.—
Sheri Castle,
Southern Living,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Discount.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discount. Accessed 23 Aug. 2025.
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