retarding

present participle of retard

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for retarding
Verb
  • Despite concerns about feeding a growing global population in the face of a changing climate, along with famines being declared in Sudan and Gaza, the number of calories consumed per person increased by 35% worldwide between 1960 and 2022 and shows no signs of slowing.
    Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 10 Sep. 2025
  • Many tech companies thrive with top-down leadership and linear management—clear directives from the founder to executors, without middle layers slowing or distorting the vision.
    Jonathan Low, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The Prelude also introduces Honda Agile Handling Assist, which adjusts powertrain and braking in concert with steering input.
    Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 4 Sep. 2025
  • There’s also a B mode, activated via the car’s gear selector, which increases braking strength.
    Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
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“Retarding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retarding. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.

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