1
as in decreased
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
waited until the rain remitted a little and ran to the car
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2
as in ignored
to dismiss as of little importance
the judge refused to remit the young man's cavalier disregard for his pile of unpaid speeding tickets and summarily revoked his driver's license
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as in postponed
to assign to a later time
the legislature has remitted the matter to the next session, where it will most likely die in committee
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Recent Examples of remitted
The tens of billions that are remitted annually add more to Mexico’s economy than both tourism and oil.
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John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
According to this principle, each federal state controled its own resources and remitted around 50 percent of its revenues to the federal government.
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Noo Saro-Wiwa,
The Dial,
24 Mar. 2026
State statute provides that tax collectors are entitled to a commission on all real and tangible personal property taxes collected and remitted.
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Abbey Ajayi,
Sun Sentinel,
10 Mar. 2026
When the house is sold, what’s left is remitted back to the seller.
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Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
These duties are remitted directly to the CBP.
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Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Sep. 2025
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
According to this principle, each federal state controled its own resources and remitted around 50 percent of its revenues to the federal government.
—
Noo Saro-Wiwa,
The Dial,
24 Mar. 2026
State statute provides that tax collectors are entitled to a commission on all real and tangible personal property taxes collected and remitted.
—
Abbey Ajayi,
Sun Sentinel,
10 Mar. 2026
When the house is sold, what’s left is remitted back to the seller.
—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
These duties are remitted directly to the CBP.
—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for remitted
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In March, a nurse assessed Parias for complaints of increasing pain, and the nurse noted decreased mobility, prompting the nurse to submit a referral for an orthopedic evaluation, as well as additional medications.
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This year, a census report compiled by Nutmeg Consulting found that the homeless sheltered population increased by around 17%, while the number of people living outside decreased by almost 50%.
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After years of exam leaks, persistently high youth unemployment, and opportunities slipping further out of reach, their simmering frustration is sparking a demand for accountability that many say can no longer be ignored.
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Several states and agencies also charge for rescues, particularly when visitors have ignored warning signs.
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After strong pushback from the downtown community, San Jose City Council Tuesday postponed a decision on a proposal for parking rate hikes and extended enforcement hours until after its summer recess in August.
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Their sister postponed her wedding for about one year after the accident.
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Shinnecock Hills did its part, even after the strongest wind subsided.
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While the most intense combat has subsided, Israeli forces have continued launching airstrikes and opening fire on Palestinians, leaving more than 1,000 people dead since the ceasefire began in October, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry.
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The case, however, did not affect Biden, who was pardoned by his father.
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Trump pardoned Lyman in December 2020.
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The theory here is that avarice and ambition can best be defeated by means of somebody else’s avarice and ambition; power’s inevitable corrupting effect is thereby mitigated or delayed.
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Automatic contributions, delayed payment windows, small rituals that add friction to impulse spending — these are all behavioral architecture moves, not acts of self-denial.
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Trump’s critics, especially in Israel, worry that the agreement effectively allows Iran to repair a proxy force diminished by months of Israeli pummeling.
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Alannah’s presence on Season 8 of Love Island USA was heavily diminished following her first appearance.
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Full of fresh summer favorites and ooey-gooey cheese, Zucchini, Squash, And Corn Casserole is not to be overlooked!
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Who are some prospects being overlooked or overvalued?
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“Remitted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/remitted. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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