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as in decreasing
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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as in ignoring
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 postponing
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 remitting
Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026
Because ulcerative colitis is a relapsing–remitting disease, many people go through quiet periods and then experience flares when inflammation ramps up again.
—Mark Marino, PEOPLE, 14 Apr. 2026
The autoimmune disease can affect nearly every organ system—including the joints, skin, kidneys, heart, lungs and brain—and typically follows a relapsing-remitting pattern, meaning symptoms flare and quiet down over time.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 13 Mar. 2026
Kimberly Ward, 56, has primary progressive multiple sclerosis, which affects her mobility and her partner, Kimberly Perssonatti, 49, has relapsing remitting MS that affects her cognitively regarding recall and comes with visual issues, vertigo and temperature regulation.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026
Some companies also assist with some, or all, aspects of the annual unclaimed property reporting process, including mailing and collecting due diligence letters and responses, reissuing checks and reporting and remitting property and funds to the states.
—New York Daily News Special Sections, New York Daily News, 17 Feb. 2026
Whether the tax applies to some digital transfers is unclear, as are the mechanics for collecting, calculating, and remitting the tax.
—Carrie Brandon Elliot, Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026
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Instead of remitting those taxes to the IRS, prosecutors alleged Kapoor diverted over $2 million from company accounts for his personal benefit.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026
Because ulcerative colitis is a relapsing–remitting disease, many people go through quiet periods and then experience flares when inflammation ramps up again.
—Mark Marino, PEOPLE, 14 Apr. 2026
The autoimmune disease can affect nearly every organ system—including the joints, skin, kidneys, heart, lungs and brain—and typically follows a relapsing-remitting pattern, meaning symptoms flare and quiet down over time.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 13 Mar. 2026
Kimberly Ward, 56, has primary progressive multiple sclerosis, which affects her mobility and her partner, Kimberly Perssonatti, 49, has relapsing remitting MS that affects her cognitively regarding recall and comes with visual issues, vertigo and temperature regulation.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026
Some companies also assist with some, or all, aspects of the annual unclaimed property reporting process, including mailing and collecting due diligence letters and responses, reissuing checks and reporting and remitting property and funds to the states.
—New York Daily News Special Sections, New York Daily News, 17 Feb. 2026
Whether the tax applies to some digital transfers is unclear, as are the mechanics for collecting, calculating, and remitting the tax.
—Carrie Brandon Elliot, Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for remitting
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Over time, the theory goes, this will disrupt the reproduction cycle, thereby increasing competition and decreasing the overall population.—
Joe Wilkins,
Futurism,
4 June 2026
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Following the trade, Jim Cramer's Charitable Trust will own 360 shares of DOV, decreasing its weighting in the portfolio to about 2% from 3%.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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That’s how Ciara found out that Amanda was spending so much time at West’s house while ignoring her calls.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
3 June 2026
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Other Democrats argued that the plan does nothing for renters and noted that Republicans were ignoring high homeowners insurance rates, which are causing financial stress to more people.—
Lawrence Mower,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
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Rolling the dice As insurance costs climb, many homeowners are postponing major life decisions and cutting back elsewhere.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2026
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The residency marks the Canadian singer’s return to the stage after postponing her past tour due to her stiff-person syndrome diagnosis.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
4 June 2026
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If your garden is anything like mine, your poppies have petered out and your sages are subsiding.—
Pedro Moura,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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Breezy winds return on Tuesday after subsiding somewhat on Monday.—
Rachael Jay,
CBS News,
2 May 2026
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Texas State wasn’t as forgiving.—
Jose de Jesus Ortiz,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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The no-nonsense superstar probably wouldn’t have been so forgiving with his words.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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Hilton proposes to reform the California Environmental Quality Act so that only government prosecutors can sue, preventing private individuals and organizations from stopping or delaying new housing projects.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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Nearly 40% of calls handled by Sacramento’s emergency medical services system were non-emergencies, tying up ambulances and paramedics, delaying urgent medical responses and adding nearly $5 million in costs to the city, according to a city audit.—
Reeti Malhotra
May 29,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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The swell on Saturday, which brought moderate 3-to 5-foot surf, was diminishing by the evening and into Sunday, said Sebastian Westerink, meteorologist for the National Weather Service.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
7 June 2026
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This put him in the unusual position of being both an embarrassment and a hugely valuable asset to the BBC, as well as the focus of frequent criticism from the UK’s right-leaning media, most of whom have a commercial interest in diminishing the BBC.—
Matt Slater,
New York Times,
4 June 2026
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Narula discussed the potential links between GLP-1s and breast cancer, explaining that after menopause, fat cells produce estrogen throughout the body, and higher levels of estrogen could translate to a higher risk of breast cancer.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
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After taking fans along to a series of appointments, Mellencamp posted a video of her doctor explaining the status of her disease.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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“Remitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/remitting. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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