discounting

Definition of discountingnext
present participle of discount
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Recent Examples of discounting Starlink used to be relatively pricey, but in recent months, SpaceX has been discounting the service and offering the dish hardware for free as a rental, which has been enough to pull some customers away from an ISP in Virginia. Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 5 May 2026 The main allure of Premium Bonds is the chance to win up to £1 million, but even discounting the maximum, many of those with money in accounts will never win anything. Marc Shoffman, TheWeek, 16 Apr. 2026 The Mets have deals with deferred money with just three players and their total would be $360 million without discounting. Ronald Blum, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026 Also, resist discounting their concerns or telling them to just stop being bored. Amanda Morin, Parents, 6 Apr. 2026 The Home Depot is discounting tools, outdoor essentials and home improvement basics that help with everything from yard work to DIY fixes. Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026 Every position was affected by that rookie discounting, sure. Dianna Russini, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2026 Amazon is discounting all kinds of stuff right now for its Big Spring Sale (check out our Deals page for the best buys). Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 26 Mar. 2026 The school wanted to win, and Wade – with his seven NCAA tournament berths in eight seasons (discounting the Covid-19 season) offered the school the most direct route back to relevance. Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discounting
Verb
  • Prosecutors accused the trust, which convinced a federal district judge to order a temporary pause in construction, of ignoring claims that the project is needed to bolster national security.
    Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 28 Apr. 2026
  • But three days after withdrawing the lawsuit, Florida sued CMS for a third time, accusing the federal agency of ignoring the state’s public records request related to CMS’ approval of the KidCare expansion.
    Daniel Chang, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Federal lawyers said judges made mistakes in dismissing the cases by arguing the Civil Rights Act granted the attorney general access to local voting records.
    Bart Jansen, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Quit dismissing them as uneducated.
    Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Thankfully Pal was forgiving, and didn’t hold a grudge for poor riding.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 30 Apr. 2026
  • Polyester is a more low-maintenance, forgiving fabric.
    Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 29 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights remain unlit, minimizing the chance of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
  • Delta Counties Coalition pushes back But Newsom's remarks quickly drew criticism from the Delta Counties Coalition, which accused the administration of minimizing concerns from Delta communities that oppose the tunnel project.
    Richard Ramos, CBS News, 8 May 2026
Verb
  • Hough included another video in which she was seen taking a ice bath on a wooden deck overlooking lush tropical greenery.
    Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 7 May 2026
  • In the outdoor rooftop setting overlooking the beaches and mountains, local breathwork specialist Gustavo took me on a restorative vinyasa journey.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
Verb
  • The Wolves have not solved Wembanyama, who is significantly diminishing their inside presence.
    Marcus Thompson II, New York Times, 10 May 2026
  • Some are seeking better time slots paired with digital extensions that can net them bigger contracts from TV networks desperate to break free from diminishing pay TV revenue.
    Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 6 May 2026
Verb
  • Quiet-luxury proponents would often speak of frequency of use and cost per wear in justifying a four-figure black wool sweater.
    Marisa Meltzer, Vanity Fair, 28 Apr. 2026
  • Military technology has become more sophisticated, but the minds justifying its use are stuck in the past.
    Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 28 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Gianni Infantino tried to defend FIFA’s World Cup ticket prices by explaining American sports to Americans.
    Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
  • Berry later apologized by email to Crocker, Cal-OSHA’s Sacramento District Manager, explaining that an arson and bomb investigator for Cal Fire, Gershom Slonim, had told Voller not to grant the interview.
    Joe Rubin, Sacbee.com, 6 May 2026

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“Discounting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discounting. Accessed 12 May. 2026.

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