as in reductions
something that is or may be subtracted
a discount of 20% from the original price
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as in ignores
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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as in dismisses
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
shouldn't discount their contributions to our fund-raising efforts
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Recent Examples of discounts
Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026
Scroll through their deals hub for ever-changing summer discounts, including up to 5% off select hotels, 8% off other hotels, 15% off Eco Deals at select resorts, and up to 30% off international hotel rates.
—Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 June 2026
Set to retail for $5,385, discounts were offered to those who preordered the trolley as part of a crowdfunding drive that raised roughly $1 million.
—Jack Bantock, CNN Money, 5 June 2026
In other news, AliExpress is holding its annual summer sale with steep discounts and some marketing twists.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
Along with free days and discounts for Illinois residents, Obama Foundation officials also note that most of the campus is free, with only four floors of the museum tower requiring tickets.
—Sophia Tareen, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
Along with free days and discounts for Illinois residents, Obama Foundation officials also argue the most of the campus is free with only four floors of the museum tower requiring tickets.
—ABC News, 4 June 2026
There will also be anniversary discounts and perks for app users.
—Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 3 June 2026
The local tourism bureau also offers a downloadable coupon book for even more vacation discounts.
—Dave Parfitt, USA Today, 30 May 2026
Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 10 Apr. 2026
Athleta is one that rarely discounts everything, which is why its 25 percent off sitewide winter sale should be on your radar to score built-to-last travel pants.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2026
While the device retails for around $380, Dexcom discounts the device for anyone with a valid prescription and without coverage to below $200.
—Noelle Harff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Jan. 2026
Cash App Offers automatically discounts purchases from participating retailers.
—Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 3 Dec. 2025
Amazon frequently discounts its own products so check for the latest prices.
—Larry Magid, Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2025
Amazon typically discounts Apple AirPods, Dyson vacuums, Le Creuset cookware, Coach bags, Lego sets, and more coveted goodies.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Noun
Best Patio Deals Prepare your outdoor spaces for endless summer lounging with Wayfair’s steep discounts on the essentials.
—Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026
Scroll through their deals hub for ever-changing summer discounts, including up to 5% off select hotels, 8% off other hotels, 15% off Eco Deals at select resorts, and up to 30% off international hotel rates.
—Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 June 2026
Set to retail for $5,385, discounts were offered to those who preordered the trolley as part of a crowdfunding drive that raised roughly $1 million.
—Jack Bantock, CNN Money, 5 June 2026
In other news, AliExpress is holding its annual summer sale with steep discounts and some marketing twists.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
Along with free days and discounts for Illinois residents, Obama Foundation officials also note that most of the campus is free, with only four floors of the museum tower requiring tickets.
—Sophia Tareen, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
Along with free days and discounts for Illinois residents, Obama Foundation officials also argue the most of the campus is free with only four floors of the museum tower requiring tickets.
—ABC News, 4 June 2026
There will also be anniversary discounts and perks for app users.
—Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 3 June 2026
The local tourism bureau also offers a downloadable coupon book for even more vacation discounts.
—Dave Parfitt, USA Today, 30 May 2026
Verb
The company discounts the original value of the home, requires homeowners to pay all costs and fees during the term of the agreement and controls the home appraisal process, the attorneys asserted.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 10 Apr. 2026
Athleta is one that rarely discounts everything, which is why its 25 percent off sitewide winter sale should be on your radar to score built-to-last travel pants.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2026
While the device retails for around $380, Dexcom discounts the device for anyone with a valid prescription and without coverage to below $200.
—Noelle Harff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Jan. 2026
Cash App Offers automatically discounts purchases from participating retailers.
—Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 3 Dec. 2025
Amazon frequently discounts its own products so check for the latest prices.
—Larry Magid, Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2025
Amazon typically discounts Apple AirPods, Dyson vacuums, Le Creuset cookware, Coach bags, Lego sets, and more coveted goodies.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discounts
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Eco effort The hotel is marching along a path to zero-landfill waste, helped in part by reductions in single-use plastics and paper materials, plus a swift recycling program.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Crucially, the military should balance these financials with attractive inducements such as robust family health care coverage, prescription drug cost reductions, and partial pension possibilities for those who provide vital service short of a full 20-year career.—
Robert Krasner,
STAT,
1 June 2026
Verb
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Yet the assumption that more demand automatically equals grid failure ignores how energy systems respond to new demand.—
Anna Broughel,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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All Saints allows and ignores a culture of bullying, the lawsuit alleges.—
Emerson Clarridge,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 May 2026
Verb
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For her part Zoe, mature well beyond her tender age, dismisses the hype with a shrug.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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The day’s ruling from Sorokin, who was appointed to his position by former President Barack Obama, dismisses all claims against Mayor Michelle Wu, Police Commissioner Michael Cox and the Boston Police Department.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
28 May 2026
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Adapting the private-sector pay structure for all work in prison could result in fair wages – that’s if deductions are revised to be fair as well.—
Julia Bowling,
The Conversation,
29 May 2026
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The 1% floor on corporate deductions stacks directly against the existing 10% cap.—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
Verb
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But Hannah, who sees his true good nature, forgives him.—
Kenneal Patterson,
Vanity Fair,
22 May 2026
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While The Pitt forgives and empathizes with Robby’s flaws, Robby is not called on to extend that empathy to others.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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This capability minimizes downtime and enables continuous 24/7 operation, improving equipment utilization and productivity.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
2 June 2026
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Failing to Declutter First Trying to overhaul your current storage system while the garage is cramped with clutter (which also minimizes the value of your home) is unproductive.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 May 2026
Verb
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The machine’s upgradeable functionality justifies its footprint, which is much larger than your typical desktop printer.—
Andrew Liszewski,
The Verge,
27 May 2026
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The tech enables the premium experience, which justifies the premium price.—
Catherina Gioino,
Fortune,
27 May 2026
Verb
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Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 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,
28 May 2026
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