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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
Further reductions in homelessness will help balance our budget.
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Teresa Liu, Daily News, 4 May 2026
While many observers expect layoffs to help the company reach that target, executives have maintained that back-office efficiencies and the deployment of technology, rather than headcount reductions, will be the drivers.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 4 May 2026
Public dashboards that track not just emissions reductions, but also bill savings, job creation, and community-level impacts can turn abstract climate goals into tangible outcomes.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 4 May 2026
Illinois is facing significant challenges due to reductions in federal funding and evolving conditions in our communities.
—Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
My government will be open and transparent about any reductions in programs or services.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
In the last several years, Eventbrite has struggled with profitability, and weathered a slew of headcount reductions.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 3 May 2026
His January budget proposal did not include any significant reductions or cuts to programs.
—Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2026
Town Manager Peter Souza predicted the town council will reduce that tax increase either through spending reductions or use of fund balance or both.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 27 Apr. 2026
Teresa Liu, Daily News, 4 May 2026
While many observers expect layoffs to help the company reach that target, executives have maintained that back-office efficiencies and the deployment of technology, rather than headcount reductions, will be the drivers.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 4 May 2026
Public dashboards that track not just emissions reductions, but also bill savings, job creation, and community-level impacts can turn abstract climate goals into tangible outcomes.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 4 May 2026
Illinois is facing significant challenges due to reductions in federal funding and evolving conditions in our communities.
—Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
My government will be open and transparent about any reductions in programs or services.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
In the last several years, Eventbrite has struggled with profitability, and weathered a slew of headcount reductions.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 3 May 2026
His January budget proposal did not include any significant reductions or cuts to programs.
—Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2026
Town Manager Peter Souza predicted the town council will reduce that tax increase either through spending reductions or use of fund balance or both.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reductions
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The foundation also wants to adjust that trigger amount annually for inflation and allow deductions of certain revenues, all to reflect the escalating costs of staging a world-class marathon, spokeswoman Meg Treat said.—
Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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Specifically, the cap for deductions for state and local taxes (SALT) increased to $40,000 for 2025 from $10,000 the year before.—
Elliot Raphaelson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 May 2026
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Even if policy changes or negotiations are successful, Schieldrop said that seeing significant decreases in prices is likely still a long time coming.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
4 May 2026
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All 39 have recorded enrollment decreases, based on an analysis by the California Department of Education.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2026
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But the plaintiffs’ concerns were ignored and, in 2019, the department retaliated by starting Internal Affairs investigations and imposing a series of negative work actions against the officers, including demotions, removals from specialized assignments and involuntary transfers, suit stated.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
24 Apr. 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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Airlines that offer last-minute fares, likely with some discounts, will be available to travelers at airport ticket counters or other channels.—
Leslie Josephs,
CNBC,
2 May 2026
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There are also discounts on self care staples like these Medicube eye patches that de-puff, firm, and brighten tired under-eyes in a pinch.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
2 May 2026
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Their ability to contract declines and their metabolism changes.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
3 May 2026
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The reasons for the enrollment declines vary, while solutions aren’t around the corner, though some suggest fewer students equals more resources to those who remain.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2026
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The distinguished scientists and engineers who made up the National Science Board did not know the firings were coming.—
Caroline Wagner,
The Conversation,
30 Apr. 2026
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One respected firm publishes a study forecasting mass firings, while another estimates the net effect is minimal.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Avoid cans that have dents or lid damage, as this can increase the risk of bacteria that cause botulism (a form of food poisoning).—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
1 May 2026
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Smooth Dents and Remove Stains from Wood Wooden floors and tables can be extremely prone to dents, nicks, and stains, but an iron can be a surprisingly effective way to clear off water stains and smooth out dents.—
Ashley Chalmers,
The Spruce,
23 Apr. 2026
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Plaintiffs' lawyers were scheduled to depose former DHS Deputy Chief of Staff Joseph Guy next week in an ongoing discovery effort around the decision-making that led to the CORE dismissals.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 May 2026
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The full notebook is worth a read, including insight into some possibly shocking coach dismissals.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Reductions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reductions. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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