as in brakes
to cause to move or proceed at a less rapid pace
if you don't slow your delivery down a bit, your speech will be over too soon
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Recent Examples of slows
Official statistics show cucumber prices have doubled since December, while some shops are reported to be selling them at an even greater mark-up – wartime prices for a salad staple, as the Russian economy slows.
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Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 21 Feb. 2026
Ma adds that protein actually slows digestion and helps regulate appetite hormones, which can keep you feeling fuller for longer after meals.
—Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 21 Feb. 2026
The scramble to combine bags right before boarding slows everyone behind them.
—Julie Rousseau, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2026
The protein in yogurt slows digestion, while the berries provide antioxidants and just a hint of natural sweetness to satisfy your snack cravings.
—Lauren Manaker Ms, Health, 20 Feb. 2026
After the first of two intermissions (a choice that logistically makes sense but somewhat slows the pace), the action jumps to Marlene’s present day, in the early years of conservative politician Margaret Thatcher’s tenure as the UK’s prime minister.
—Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2026
As bone density decreases and healing capacity slows, certain design features become more important.
—Malana Vantyler, jsonline.com, 20 Feb. 2026
Watching the same problems repeat because no one slows things down is what pushed me to run.
—Charlotte Observer, 14 Feb. 2026
Freezing significantly slows this process and helps preserve both flavor and freshness.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 12 Feb. 2026
Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 21 Feb. 2026
Ma adds that protein actually slows digestion and helps regulate appetite hormones, which can keep you feeling fuller for longer after meals.
—Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 21 Feb. 2026
The scramble to combine bags right before boarding slows everyone behind them.
—Julie Rousseau, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2026
The protein in yogurt slows digestion, while the berries provide antioxidants and just a hint of natural sweetness to satisfy your snack cravings.
—Lauren Manaker Ms, Health, 20 Feb. 2026
After the first of two intermissions (a choice that logistically makes sense but somewhat slows the pace), the action jumps to Marlene’s present day, in the early years of conservative politician Margaret Thatcher’s tenure as the UK’s prime minister.
—Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2026
As bone density decreases and healing capacity slows, certain design features become more important.
—Malana Vantyler, jsonline.com, 20 Feb. 2026
Watching the same problems repeat because no one slows things down is what pushed me to run.
—Charlotte Observer, 14 Feb. 2026
Freezing significantly slows this process and helps preserve both flavor and freshness.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 12 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slows
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Glyphosate inhibits protein synthesis in plants and microorganisms, leading to their death.—
Michal Ruprecht,
CNN Money,
24 Feb. 2026
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This can release a chemical that inhibits anxiety.—
Sally Jenkins,
The Atlantic,
21 Feb. 2026
Verb
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If growth decelerates, the stock price could be adversely affected.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Afterward, Denver7 heard from Douglas County residents, including a Parker woman who feels the move hinders productive conversations around local issues and is merely a way for the commissioners to dodge criticism and accountability.—
thedenverchannel.com,
Denver Post,
5 Feb. 2026
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Willis was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) in 2023, which hinders his ability to communicate.—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Slows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slows. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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