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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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
Remember, too, that while interest rate reductions currently look unlikely, rate increases could also occur, especially if current market conditions worsen.
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Matt Richardson, CBS News, 16 Mar. 2026
Instead, the justices suggested that the board should propose a state law that could impose penalties, such as reductions in attorneys’ fees, for lawyers who act abusively.
—Bob Egelko, San Francisco Chronicle, 16 Mar. 2026
Blood pressure reductions can peak within a few hours of drinking beet juice and wear off within about 10 hours — meaning consistent intake may be needed to maintain the benefit.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 16 Mar. 2026
After beta blockers’ approval in 1976, reductions in hypertension and cardiac disease were equal across income levels — the medication bridged the gap that behavioral interventions couldn’t.
—Alison Sexton Ward, Boston Herald, 15 Mar. 2026
The bank says executives are already executing large-scale workforce reductions because of AI efficiencies.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 13 Mar. 2026
But court documents filed in a federal lawsuit this year detail significant reductions in staffing.
—Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN Money, 13 Mar. 2026
Markets already had pushed back any hopes for rate reductions until the end of the year.
—Dan Mangan, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2026
Research has found that even small reductions in diastolic blood pressure can meaningfully reduce heart health risk.
—Currie Engel, Health, 12 Mar. 2026
Matt Richardson, CBS News, 16 Mar. 2026
Instead, the justices suggested that the board should propose a state law that could impose penalties, such as reductions in attorneys’ fees, for lawyers who act abusively.
—Bob Egelko, San Francisco Chronicle, 16 Mar. 2026
Blood pressure reductions can peak within a few hours of drinking beet juice and wear off within about 10 hours — meaning consistent intake may be needed to maintain the benefit.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 16 Mar. 2026
After beta blockers’ approval in 1976, reductions in hypertension and cardiac disease were equal across income levels — the medication bridged the gap that behavioral interventions couldn’t.
—Alison Sexton Ward, Boston Herald, 15 Mar. 2026
The bank says executives are already executing large-scale workforce reductions because of AI efficiencies.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 13 Mar. 2026
But court documents filed in a federal lawsuit this year detail significant reductions in staffing.
—Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN Money, 13 Mar. 2026
Markets already had pushed back any hopes for rate reductions until the end of the year.
—Dan Mangan, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2026
Research has found that even small reductions in diastolic blood pressure can meaningfully reduce heart health risk.
—Currie Engel, Health, 12 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reductions
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Charitable tax deductions, autism and Adam Smith, in readers’ eyes.—
Letters to the Editor,
Washington Post,
13 Mar. 2026
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Smith and other Republicans are simultaneously trying to sell their past accomplishments, like the megabill’s tax deductions on tips.—
Nicholas Wu,
semafor.com,
11 Mar. 2026
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Since67 2024, the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation has received dozens of residential filings requesting rate decreases or zero-percent increases.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2026
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Following a 2025 refresh, the 2026 model maintains a high tech, luxurious offering that often comes at a lower price point compared to other top tier luxury competitors, with some trims seeing price decreases.—
Tony Leopardo,
Mercury News,
15 Mar. 2026
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In Newark, 49 sergeants and 23 lieutenants who manage and supervise departments could face demotions if the results of their 2019 civil service exams are thrown out, according to the president of the city's Superior Officers' Association.—
Christine Sloan,
CBS News,
10 Dec. 2025
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An attorney for two other administrators who sued over their demotions said Monday that their lawsuit is still pending.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Dec. 2025
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The annual mathematical holiday has become an excuse for a slew of restaurants, stores and brands to offer deals, discounts or freebies on pizza, pie and other round treats.—
Laura Daniella Sepulveda,
AZCentral.com,
14 Mar. 2026
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Retailers and brands are using analytics and AI to fine-tune discounts and channel strategies rather than implementing across-the-board price hikes.—
Jerry Haar,
Fortune,
14 Mar. 2026
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In his former role, the now-chancellor implemented similar reforms in Harlem, which earned him the praises of his colleagues for coming up with creative solutions to a citywide problem of enrollment declines, though generating pushback in the local community.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
15 Mar. 2026
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Markets will still fluctuate, and economies will cycle through declines — both short and long — that test investors’ patience and courage.—
Steve Booren,
Denver Post,
15 Mar. 2026
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Since the mass firings began, former CDC worker and their supporters have protested every Tuesday during the afternoon rush hour outside the CDC's main entrance.—
Jess Mador,
NPR,
13 Mar. 2026
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But the recent firings of the investigators and potential exposure to Iran has members of Congress worried.—
Leo Schwartz,
Fortune,
12 Mar. 2026
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Will the metal frame collect more dents and dings in education scenarios than plastic would?—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2026
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This can include scratches, dents, chipped paint and even mismatched units if your warranty coverage leads to a replacement that doesn’t match your other appliances.—
Dan Simms,
USA Today,
23 Feb. 2026
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The Justice Department has appealed those dismissals.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
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For many parents, these dismissals are especially painful when coming from their own parents, whose love and concern for their own child suddenly become secondary to their excitement about their grandchild, Ciciolla said.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Reductions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reductions. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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