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as in reduces
to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent
workers decreased the volume of water flowing through the pipes in order to prevent an overflow
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as in diminishes
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
the force of the wind slowly decreased until the flowers were standing upright again
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as in reductions
the amount by which something is lessened
the average decrease in the price of milk was five cents per gallon
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Recent Examples of decreases
Katharine Gammon, Time, 10 Feb. 2026
As the incivility and tribalism of our politics increase, the quality of our political discourse decreases accordingly.
—Bradley Gitz, Arkansas Online, 9 Feb. 2026
Studies suggest that not drinking enough water decreases the ability to feel calm, satisfied, and other positive emotions.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 9 Feb. 2026
According to an old study by Dennis Ownby, MD, a pediatrician and former head of the allergy and immunology department of the Medical College of Georgia, in Augusta, having multiple pets actually decreases a child's risk of developing certain allergies.
—Bill Strickland, Parents, 8 Feb. 2026
Conductance decreases exponentially as the molecule gets longer, meaning longer molecules carry less current.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 31 Jan. 2026
Tapping on the right temple increases volume, while a tap on the left decreases the sound levels.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Because new Bitcoins are created through mining and that creation rate decreases over time, supply growth is predictable and limited.
—William Jones, Ascend Agency, 30 Jan. 2026
Over time, everyday tasks feel easier, productivity improves and fatigue decreases.
—Fred Sassani, Austin American Statesman, 29 Jan. 2026
Doyle Rice, USA Today, 4 Feb. 2026
At those levels, oxygen decreases, organ damage can occur, and fish become more vulnerable to disease.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 3 Feb. 2026
The body naturally produces collagen, but production slows and decreases with age.
—Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 1 Feb. 2026
An influx of new juveniles amid a tougher-on-crime turn in California seemingly negated those decreases, leaving Los Padrinos well above the depopulation plan’s goal of 175 youths.
—Jason Henry, Daily News, 1 Feb. 2026
Once those investments are sunk, the player’s leverage increases while the team’s decreases.
—Spencer Harrison, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2026
After 15 minutes buried, a victim's chance of survival decreases by 50 percent.
—Conor McGill, CBS News, 31 Jan. 2026
That was the end of a 14-month streak without any year-over-year decreases.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 31 Jan. 2026
Conversely, if network health declines due to decreases in mining profitability or overall confidence in a coin, then demand may decrease or risk increase, putting downward pressure on price as a result.
—Ethan Stone, IndyStar, 30 Jan. 2026
Verb
Elevated heart rate and less endurance As hydration drops, blood volume decreases, forcing the heart to work harder to maintain cardiac output.
—Katharine Gammon, Time, 10 Feb. 2026
As the incivility and tribalism of our politics increase, the quality of our political discourse decreases accordingly.
—Bradley Gitz, Arkansas Online, 9 Feb. 2026
Studies suggest that not drinking enough water decreases the ability to feel calm, satisfied, and other positive emotions.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 9 Feb. 2026
According to an old study by Dennis Ownby, MD, a pediatrician and former head of the allergy and immunology department of the Medical College of Georgia, in Augusta, having multiple pets actually decreases a child's risk of developing certain allergies.
—Bill Strickland, Parents, 8 Feb. 2026
Conductance decreases exponentially as the molecule gets longer, meaning longer molecules carry less current.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 31 Jan. 2026
Tapping on the right temple increases volume, while a tap on the left decreases the sound levels.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Because new Bitcoins are created through mining and that creation rate decreases over time, supply growth is predictable and limited.
—William Jones, Ascend Agency, 30 Jan. 2026
Over time, everyday tasks feel easier, productivity improves and fatigue decreases.
—Fred Sassani, Austin American Statesman, 29 Jan. 2026
Noun
Visibility can vary rapidly in any area, with sudden decreases to near zero in only a few feet.
—Doyle Rice, USA Today, 4 Feb. 2026
At those levels, oxygen decreases, organ damage can occur, and fish become more vulnerable to disease.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 3 Feb. 2026
The body naturally produces collagen, but production slows and decreases with age.
—Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 1 Feb. 2026
An influx of new juveniles amid a tougher-on-crime turn in California seemingly negated those decreases, leaving Los Padrinos well above the depopulation plan’s goal of 175 youths.
—Jason Henry, Daily News, 1 Feb. 2026
Once those investments are sunk, the player’s leverage increases while the team’s decreases.
—Spencer Harrison, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2026
After 15 minutes buried, a victim's chance of survival decreases by 50 percent.
—Conor McGill, CBS News, 31 Jan. 2026
That was the end of a 14-month streak without any year-over-year decreases.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 31 Jan. 2026
Conversely, if network health declines due to decreases in mining profitability or overall confidence in a coin, then demand may decrease or risk increase, putting downward pressure on price as a result.
—Ethan Stone, IndyStar, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for decreases
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By leveraging light to enhance oxygen electrochemistry, the approach reduces energy losses and extends device lifetime without relying on precious metals.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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The hostage standoff ultimately reduces both men into victims, revealing where power really lies.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
5 Feb. 2026
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This, in my opinion, diminishes that.—
Rachel Handler,
Vulture,
13 Feb. 2026
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Maybe, too, Giannis gets hurt again in March and his trade value diminishes a bit more.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Feb. 2026
Noun
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While anticipated, the cutbacks were deeper than expected, resulting in the shutdown of the Post’s renowned sports section, the elimination of its photography staff and sharp reductions in personnel responsible for coverage of metropolitan Washington and overseas.—
David Bauder,
Fortune,
8 Feb. 2026
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While anticipated, the cutbacks were deeper than expected, resulting in the shutdown of the Post’s renowned sports section, the elimination of its photography staff and sharp reductions in personnel responsible for coverage of metropolitan Washington and overseas.—
David Bauder,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Those physicians worry the impacts will last long after the surge subsides.—
Caroline Cummings,
CBS News,
6 Feb. 2026
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As the mayhem subsides, a silhouette of a lone Charli remains.—
Cheyenne Roundtree,
Rolling Stone,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Studies have shown, however, that buybacks account for significant declines in mass shootings.—
Max Saltman,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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However, as oil production declines and fossil fuel companies increasingly become insolvent, California regulators worry taxpayers may have to assume the costs to plug these wells.—
Tony Briscoe,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
Verb
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When night falls over the ship, step into the theater to see a jaw-dropping performance.—
Megan duBois,
USA Today,
14 Feb. 2026
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The State of Texas must pick up on compassionate border security that picks up where the Federal Government falls short.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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Sharp drops hit Wall Street on Thursday as technology stocks fell and bitcoin plunged again to roughly half its record price set last fall.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Feb. 2026
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Kidder says if scent is the goal, then a few drops of essential oil mixed into baking soda works well.—
Ashlyn Needham,
The Spruce,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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As the pool of qualified commercial drivers shrinks, the cost of transporting goods across the state will inevitably rise.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
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Afterward, Boone said that all of his players are free to challenge for now, but don’t be surprised if that list shrinks once spring training games end.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Decreases.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decreases. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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