as in to reduce
to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent
the company downsized its overseas operations in an attempt to cut costs
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Recent Examples of downsize
Federal cuts skewed the picture, with nearly 38% of federal workers reporting downsizing, which was more than double the private-sector rate.
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Joe Toscano,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
Trump’s efforts to downsize the federal government also roiled the capital region, costing thousands of people their jobs.
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ABC News,
18 June 2026
The Hotchkis family has been downsizing its real estate holdings over the past year.
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Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
Several educators told Bridge that downsizing the School Success program would add to the challenges of rural northern Michigan students, who typically have fewer Advanced Placement courses and career tech offerings.
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CBS News,
17 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for downsize
Joe Toscano,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
Trump’s efforts to downsize the federal government also roiled the capital region, costing thousands of people their jobs.
—
ABC News,
18 June 2026
The Hotchkis family has been downsizing its real estate holdings over the past year.
—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
Several educators told Bridge that downsizing the School Success program would add to the challenges of rural northern Michigan students, who typically have fewer Advanced Placement courses and career tech offerings.
—
CBS News,
17 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for downsize
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New flyover ramps connecting to I-95 would also be built, while sound barriers would be installed along both sides of the corridor to help reduce traffic noise for nearby residents.
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The rich treatment balances strengthening plant proteins with nourishing rosehip and sweet almond oils to reduce breakage and replenish moisture.
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Plus, new windows are more energy efficient than old ones, meaning a summer installation can decrease your energy bill now and when temperatures drop in the fall and winter.
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Doubles players fear for their tennis future after being told by the ATP Tour that prize money and tournament sizes will decrease significantly starting in 2028.
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“Downsize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/downsize. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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