straitens

present tense third-person singular of straiten

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reduces
Verb
  • Soluble fiber reduces cholesterol levels by blocking its absorption in the digestive tract and promoting its excretion from the body.
    Jillian Kubala, Health, 25 June 2026
  • Its 58-degree vertical design reduces wrist strain, while advanced features boost productivity.
    Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
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“Straitens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straitens. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.

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