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as in to minimize
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
tends to diminish any rival's accomplishments with snide remarks
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as in to reduce
to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent
the state's blood supplies were severely diminished by the two consecutive disasters
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as in to decrease
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
the sound of the train diminished as our distance from it increased
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Recent Examples of diminish
Others expressed concerns about diminishing Black voting power.
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Melissa Gomez,
Los Angeles Times,
4 July 2026
Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
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Kansas City Star Weather Bot,
Kansas City Star,
4 July 2026
Congress cannot diminish their pay to punish an unpopular decision.
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Tom Campbell,
Oc Register,
4 July 2026
Movies Are Good, Actually By Michael O’Donnell A film critic’s new book attacks the medium for diminishing culture.
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Boris Kachka,
The Atlantic,
3 July 2026
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Melissa Gomez,
Los Angeles Times,
4 July 2026
Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
—
Kansas City Star Weather Bot,
Kansas City Star,
4 July 2026
Congress cannot diminish their pay to punish an unpopular decision.
—
Tom Campbell,
Oc Register,
4 July 2026
Movies Are Good, Actually By Michael O’Donnell A film critic’s new book attacks the medium for diminishing culture.
—
Boris Kachka,
The Atlantic,
3 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for diminish
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diminish
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To minimize risks during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) advises incorporating frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.
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Keep all windows and doors closed so your pet cannot easily escape, and draw the shades to minimize the sound and flashes of light.
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Derived from a Central African shrub, the drug's ability to reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings were uncovered by accident, when Howard Lotsof, a 19-year old addicted to heroin, tried ibogaine out of curiosity in 1962.
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Displaying tactical discipline and superior talent, the English national team defeated Mexico 3-2 with a lineup reduced to 10 men on Sunday night.
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Plus, new windows are more energy efficient than old ones, meaning a summer installation can decrease your energy bill now and when temperatures drop in the fall and winter.
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Doubles players fear for their tennis future after being told by the ATP Tour that prize money and tournament sizes will decrease significantly starting in 2028.
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In April, the Superior Court dismissed the three citations Hubbard received in May 2025 when no park ranger or city attorney appeared for the prosecution, his lawsuit states.
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Freeney did not dismiss the business side of the arrangement.
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Best Linen Pants Deals When blazing-hot afternoons suddenly subside into breezy evenings, linen pants help keep you cool while offering the right amount of coverage.
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Investors’ fears of Anthropic’s Mythos model, which was launched in April, upending all cybersecurity software businesses, have since subsided.
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After years of declining sales, American Girl dolls are seeing a resurgence.
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In May, during a tense commission meeting, a majority of commissioners declined to give her a raise after her first year on the job.
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“Diminish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diminish. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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