narrow (down)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for narrow (down)
Verb
  • Streaming services compress the audio more vigorously than is common in physical media, which can cause problems with intelligibility.
    Samuel Axon, ArsTechnica, 25 Apr. 2025
  • Treatment for groin strains includes rest, icing, compressing the affected area, and taking pain medications.
    Mark Gurarie, Health, 22 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • This conversation has been edited and condensed for clarity.
    Shannon Carpenter, CNN Money, 18 Apr. 2025
  • This article has been edited and condensed for clarity and brevity.
    Nick Romano, EW.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • For now, the researchers have left the ship in situ, partially covering it with original soil and squeezing wet sponges onto it to preserve moisture.
    Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 Apr. 2025
  • The question of whether a modern Phantom can squeeze through the driveway gates remains to be seen.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 29 Apr. 2025
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“Narrow (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/narrow%20%28down%29. Accessed 3 May. 2025.

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