1
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
Mahan recognized that state spending in California has increased by 75% over the last six years but was hesitant to commit to budget reductions.
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Rafael Perez, Oc Register, 8 Mar. 2026
But the reserve remains and has been tapped for various reasons over time, from offsetting the impact of hurricanes and ship-channel closings to raising money for deficit reduction.
—Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Fortune, 8 Mar. 2026
The House moved quickly on DeSantis’ request to come up with a property tax reduction plan to present to voters in November.
—Jeffrey Schweers, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Mar. 2026
There is chatter of an impending reduction or reorganization of the international NATO peacekeeping mission in Kosovo, KFOR, which has been in place since 1999 to stabilize the country following war in the Balkans.
—Beth Bailey, FOXNews.com, 8 Mar. 2026
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Rafael Perez, Oc Register, 8 Mar. 2026
But the reserve remains and has been tapped for various reasons over time, from offsetting the impact of hurricanes and ship-channel closings to raising money for deficit reduction.
—Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Fortune, 8 Mar. 2026
The House moved quickly on DeSantis’ request to come up with a property tax reduction plan to present to voters in November.
—Jeffrey Schweers, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Mar. 2026
There is chatter of an impending reduction or reorganization of the international NATO peacekeeping mission in Kosovo, KFOR, which has been in place since 1999 to stabilize the country following war in the Balkans.
—Beth Bailey, FOXNews.com, 8 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reduction
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Single filers and heads of household over 65 get an additional $2,000 deduction, plus an additional $1,600 for married filing jointly with both filers over age 65.—
Terry Savage,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
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While the deduction was limited to $10,000 under the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act has now raised the cap through 2029.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
5 Mar. 2026
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The group that decreased sedentary time had lower lactate levels in their blood, and within that group bigger decreases in lactate corresponded to greater improvements in metabolic flexibility.—
Alex Hutchinson,
Outside,
5 Mar. 2026
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Data suggests that having an irregular sleep schedule can lead to a decrease in glucose tolerance and insulin sensitivity, contributing to prediabetes in people who are otherwise healthy.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
5 Mar. 2026
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This demotion remains a source of grief and camaraderie for the fanatical.—
David Allan,
CNN Money,
3 Mar. 2026
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Some of Ryan Walker’s skill indicators took a beating last season, which led to a lengthy demotion from the closer’s role in San Francisco.—
Al Melchior,
New York Times,
3 Mar. 2026
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The home furnishing retailer is known for modern, aspirational furniture and decor that looks and feels high-end—but with discounts up to 62% off, there’s no need to pay luxury prices.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
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Ticket prices vary by day, starting at $24 for ages 13 and up and $16 for ages 3-12, with discounts available for family or group purchases.—
Travis Pinson,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Global art markets saw modest growth in 2025 after two years of decline — but the recovery is partial and fragile.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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Asia-Pacific markets fell Thursday, with Japan's Nikkei 225 and Australia's S&P/ASX 200 leading the declines.—
Leonie Kidd,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2026
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But amid mass firings and shifting priorities, that role has waned.—
Collin Binkley,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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There just really simply has to be firings.—
Mary Murphy,
Twin Cities,
9 Mar. 2026
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Even our coldest colds can no longer make a dent in record-setting heat.—
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
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Once sworn in, Holladay will become the 20th Democrat in the 100-member House, only making a small dent in the Republican supermajority.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
5 Mar. 2026
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Eighteen California youths appealed a court’s dismissal of their climate discrimination lawsuit against the EPA.—
Blanca Begert,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Still, John is now facing a dismissal hearing.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Reduction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reduction. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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