1
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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2
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
Instead, the focus is on schedule reductions to regional and domestic mainline flights that do not travel between our hub airports.
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Deputy News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
During Amazon's earnings call on Thursday, Jassy used a familiar line when asked about the reductions.
—Annie Palmer, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2025
The reductions announced on Wednesday could cause even more disruption, forcing airlines to cancel or reschedule thousands of flights per day.
—Joel Rose, NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
Costco and Sam’s Club also recently announced price reductions for self-pay customers, selling Ozempic and Wegovy for $499 a month.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Even with the staff reductions, Ellison has been spending big on content deals since closing the deal forming Paramount Skydance.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 29 Oct. 2025
The austere budgets could bring cuts in social services, staff reductions and consolidation of programs for local nonprofits, Brown Grosvenor said.
—Mimi Whitefield, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2025
And while the cuts – which could eventually top 30,000, according to Reuters – are likely to please Wall Street in the short term by padding Amazon’s profit margins, such drastic staff reductions bring longer term risks and hidden costs, Kriegel said.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2025
Most reductions were expected to take place before the end of 2025.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2025
Deputy News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
During Amazon's earnings call on Thursday, Jassy used a familiar line when asked about the reductions.
—Annie Palmer, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2025
The reductions announced on Wednesday could cause even more disruption, forcing airlines to cancel or reschedule thousands of flights per day.
—Joel Rose, NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
Costco and Sam’s Club also recently announced price reductions for self-pay customers, selling Ozempic and Wegovy for $499 a month.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Even with the staff reductions, Ellison has been spending big on content deals since closing the deal forming Paramount Skydance.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 29 Oct. 2025
The austere budgets could bring cuts in social services, staff reductions and consolidation of programs for local nonprofits, Brown Grosvenor said.
—Mimi Whitefield, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2025
And while the cuts – which could eventually top 30,000, according to Reuters – are likely to please Wall Street in the short term by padding Amazon’s profit margins, such drastic staff reductions bring longer term risks and hidden costs, Kriegel said.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2025
Most reductions were expected to take place before the end of 2025.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reductions
Noun
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That guidance included a chart of the maximum and minimum payment for households before deductions.—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
6 Nov. 2025
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Both deductions have restrictions and income limitations.—
Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,
CNBC,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The dividend may come in forms other than direct checks, such as various tax decreases.—
Jordan Green,
Nashville Tennessean,
10 Nov. 2025
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Heart rate decreases during stretching, which could signify the body entering a calm state.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Other penalties include fines up to $1000 or demotions.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Some of the agents had been reassigned earlier this year, in what were widely seen as demotions, The Washington Post reported.—
Huo Jingnan,
NPR,
27 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Tickets cost $28 for adults and $20 for children ages 3-12, with discounts available for military members and adults ages 65 and up.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
8 Nov. 2025
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Best Clothing Deals Prime members are already racking up chic wardrobe wins for less—joggers start at just $6, while oversized sweaters and packable puffers ideal for chilly airport connections and winter sightseeing have steep discounts.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Although the study shows that the occurrence of giant planets declines as stars age, the few planets that remain in close orbits around red giants offer valuable insights.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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The largest declines were in Massachusetts, down 26, Washington state, down 18, and North Carolina, down 17.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Employees protested the company's work with Israel, leading to firings and resignations.—
Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
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After parents were threatened with firings and evictions, 200 pupils withdrew.—
Equal Justice Initiative,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Even worse, scratches, dents, and imperfections can stand out dramatically.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Oct. 2025
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The roomy, high-cut ABS shell fits a variety of head shapes and shrugs off dents, while adjustable sizing ensures comfort.—
Outside,
Outside,
21 Oct. 2025
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The high portion of dismissals has also discouraged first responders such as police officers and firefighters from participating.—
Adam Summers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Nov. 2025
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Those dismissals come as the administration has ramped up mass deportations of those without legal status, and sometimes pointed to judges as obstacles in that effort.—
Ximena Bustillo,
NPR,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Reductions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reductions. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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