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as in deductions
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 decreases
the amount by which something is lessened
saw an 11% reduction in the number of students applying to the school
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as in demotions
the act or an instance of bringing to a lower grade or rank
the captain was punished with a reduction to lieutenant
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Recent Examples of reductions
Voltage reductions were also happening earlier in the day in parts of Staten Island, Queens, the Bronx, Brooklyn and Westchester, Con Edison spokesperson Jamie McShane told CNN.
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Mary Gilbert,
CNN Money,
4 July 2026
On the other hand, massive reductions in the number of incoming immigrants do not increase such jobs.
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Robert Hormats,
Time,
4 July 2026
Some departments, including the Public Works Streets division and police, would also face reductions in overtime.
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Hema Sivanandam,
Mercury News,
2 July 2026
But the researchers note that people who drank 1-2 and 3-4 cups per day also experienced reductions in liver disease risks.
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Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
2 July 2026
The state agreed to a commensurate pay raises to offset those salary reductions.
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William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2026
Financial strain on healthcare systems will likely lead to further bed reductions and the closure of behavioral health centers.
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Ian West,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Bullard said the agency also identified administrative savings through contract reviews and reductions, and by reducing its FTE count and eliminating its annual bonus program.
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Jillian Taylor,
StateImpact,
30 June 2026
This is because many people tolerate the early dose reductions fairly well but struggle more near the end of the taper because the brain becomes increasingly sensitive to serotonin changes at lower doses.
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Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
Mary Gilbert,
CNN Money,
4 July 2026
On the other hand, massive reductions in the number of incoming immigrants do not increase such jobs.
—
Robert Hormats,
Time,
4 July 2026
Some departments, including the Public Works Streets division and police, would also face reductions in overtime.
—
Hema Sivanandam,
Mercury News,
2 July 2026
But the researchers note that people who drank 1-2 and 3-4 cups per day also experienced reductions in liver disease risks.
—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
2 July 2026
The state agreed to a commensurate pay raises to offset those salary reductions.
—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2026
Financial strain on healthcare systems will likely lead to further bed reductions and the closure of behavioral health centers.
—
Ian West,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Bullard said the agency also identified administrative savings through contract reviews and reductions, and by reducing its FTE count and eliminating its annual bonus program.
—
Jillian Taylor,
StateImpact,
30 June 2026
This is because many people tolerate the early dose reductions fairly well but struggle more near the end of the taper because the brain becomes increasingly sensitive to serotonin changes at lower doses.
—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reductions
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No plaintiff wants to end up paying taxes on money that goes to their lawyer, and there is a lot of confusion about tax deductions for legal fees.
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The couple might also be able to reduce his tax exposure through deductions and expenses.
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And Egypt’s Mohamed Salah’s tenure as a Liverpool player coincided with significant decreases in anti-Muslim hate crimes across the city.
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Local law enforcement have touted recent decreases in crime on the CTA in particular, which beefed up security staffing in December and again in March.
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Rehabilitation assignments, promotions and demotions often become part of the development process, particularly for pitchers returning from major surgeries.
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The new competitive model emphasizes promotions and demotions, with a goal of winning over more fans.
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Now’s an excellent time to find deep discounts on investment pieces like a stylish new sectional, an outdoor furniture set for your next BBQ, or something to spruce up your drab home office.
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Ask about good-student discounts, student-away discounts if the car stays home, and whether the student can remain on a parent policy.
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But between increasingly stiff anti-smoking legislation and very real declines in volumes for years, some investors have given up the industry—and Altria—for dead.
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However, this robust growth was belied by declines in median wealth in most of the 56 markets monitored by UBS, pointing to a growing wealth gap.
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Francisco Lindor had been through managerial firings before with the New York Mets.
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What is particularly concerning about these firings is the effect the dismissals will have on the officer ranks.
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Additionally, even the most reliable cars get dents and dings, and all vehicles need routine maintenance over time.
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Even stainless steel pans can sometimes get big dents or other damage.
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That led to a number of dismissals, including coach Massimiliano Allegri.
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What is particularly concerning about these firings is the effect the dismissals will have on the officer ranks.
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“Reductions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reductions. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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