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as in deduction
something that is or may be subtracted
there was a sizable reduction in her weekly pay when she decided to buy health insurance
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as in decrease
the amount by which something is lessened
saw an 11% reduction in the number of students applying to the school
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Recent Examples of reduction
Gang intervention workers have been credited by city officials as one of the factors behind significant reductions in violent crime in recent years, with homicides and shootings both falling to near-historic lows.
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Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
Factors that make up the increase include a 3% salary increase comparable to other employee groups in the school district for the 2026-27 year, as well as an effort to offset the reduction of post-employment benefits included in the contract.
—Hannah Brueske, Twin Cities, 30 May 2026
Jordan Braxton, co-president of the United States Association of Prides, which supports Pride celebrations nationwide, said that while some smaller Prides have seen a growth in sponsorships, a majority have seen a reduction.
—Hannah Frances Johansson, NPR, 30 May 2026
Heightened Vulnerability For Small Island Developing States in the Caribbean, reductions in Official Development Assistance can have disproportionate consequences for food security and economic resilience.
—Daphne Ewing-Chow, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
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Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
Factors that make up the increase include a 3% salary increase comparable to other employee groups in the school district for the 2026-27 year, as well as an effort to offset the reduction of post-employment benefits included in the contract.
—Hannah Brueske, Twin Cities, 30 May 2026
Jordan Braxton, co-president of the United States Association of Prides, which supports Pride celebrations nationwide, said that while some smaller Prides have seen a growth in sponsorships, a majority have seen a reduction.
—Hannah Frances Johansson, NPR, 30 May 2026
Heightened Vulnerability For Small Island Developing States in the Caribbean, reductions in Official Development Assistance can have disproportionate consequences for food security and economic resilience.
—Daphne Ewing-Chow, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reduction
Noun
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That would seem largely due to uncertainty surrounding the ongoing 115 charges case, with some fears a future points deduction could dramatically impact their season.—
Dean Jones,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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That means most plaintiffs must look for a way to claim a legal fee tax deduction.—
Robert W. Wood,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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There was also a decrease in amniotic fluid, which protects the fetus and provides other benefits during pregnancy, the zoo said.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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Only 28% said Trump has handled the cost of living well, a six-point decrease since January, while the share of Republicans who said Trump has handled the cost of living well has declined 14 points since the beginning of the year.—
Sara Dorn,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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The cautionary tales are bottomless, from Reading and Blackburn Rovers’ respective demotions in England two seasons ago to FC Girondins de Bordeaux and ASJ Soyaux in France, who this year were forced to collapse due to structural vulnerabilities.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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His absence from work resulted in a demotion from lead foreman to an assistant role.—
Andrea Castillo,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2026
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The design shop, Thema, carries luxury leather goods, tableware, and the same designer furniture as your room—orders placed on-site come with a discount off your stay.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 May 2026
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As a result, after the game, Rozier and his co-conspirators negotiated a discount on his bribe, cutting it from $100,000 to about $70,000, the superseding indictment said.—
Rebecca Boone,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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But the decline actually ended years ago, and the latest numbers from the American Booksellers Association show independent stores expanding at a pace not seen this century.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 May 2026
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Mutant cells in the aging brain, meanwhile, appear to contribute to cognitive decline.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
27 May 2026
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Before firing, the system was pressure-tested for leaks.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
25 May 2026
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Mass firings have led to last-minute hearing cancellations, cases have been reset with little notice, and clients are often left in prolonged legal limbo, leaving them vulnerable to deportation.—
Olga R. Rodriguez,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2026
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This is the latest state-level step to put a dent in the unbridled permitting of AI giving out mental health advice that is wildly over-the-line.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Caesars faces mounting pressure as fewer visitors to Las Vegas — its core market — dent revenue at resorts, hotels and casinos, while its online betting arm trails larger rivals like FanDuel and DraftKings and faces growing competition from prediction markets.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
28 May 2026
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Hall heard oral arguments for the dismissal in April and has yet to issue a ruling.—
Steve Henson,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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At dismissal, Fridley Middle’s teachers and many support staff put on their jackets, scarves and gloves and walked outside.—
Jourdan Rodrigue,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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“Reduction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reduction. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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