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as in deductions
something that is or may be subtracted
there was a sizable reduction in her weekly pay when she decided to buy health insurance
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as in decreases
the amount by which something is lessened
saw an 11% reduction in the number of students applying to the school
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as in demotions
the act or an instance of bringing to a lower grade or rank
the captain was punished with a reduction to lieutenant
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Recent Examples of reductions
All major bills passed, including a bailout for Hennepin County Medical Center, license tab reductions, a bonding bill and property tax relief.
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Esme Murphy, CBS News, 18 May 2026
The Board of Trade, the ministry spokesperson said, would allow the two sides to discuss issues such as tariff reductions on specific products.
—ABC News, 18 May 2026
This difference may appear modest, but in space missions, where every kilogram launched into orbit is expensive, even small reductions can translate into extra payload capacity, lower launch costs, or more operational flexibility.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 17 May 2026
Companies that have tied workforce reductions to the new technology, however, haven't always fared so well.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 17 May 2026
The remaining revenues have been deposited into a Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund that governors and legislators have tapped for various purposes, not all of them connected to emission reductions.
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 15 May 2026
The reductions, which reduced the number of entomologists, have emboldened ant smugglers, Wired reported.
—Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Some states, including Maryland, are already making deep reductions to caregiving programs.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 15 May 2026
Peretti said that the the digital company is planning significant changes under new management including cost reductions and, with the cash infusion, setting up BuzzFeed Studios to pursue vertical micro-dramas, animation, digital video and feature films.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 11 May 2026
Esme Murphy, CBS News, 18 May 2026
The Board of Trade, the ministry spokesperson said, would allow the two sides to discuss issues such as tariff reductions on specific products.
—ABC News, 18 May 2026
This difference may appear modest, but in space missions, where every kilogram launched into orbit is expensive, even small reductions can translate into extra payload capacity, lower launch costs, or more operational flexibility.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 17 May 2026
Companies that have tied workforce reductions to the new technology, however, haven't always fared so well.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 17 May 2026
The remaining revenues have been deposited into a Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund that governors and legislators have tapped for various purposes, not all of them connected to emission reductions.
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 15 May 2026
The reductions, which reduced the number of entomologists, have emboldened ant smugglers, Wired reported.
—Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Some states, including Maryland, are already making deep reductions to caregiving programs.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 15 May 2026
Peretti said that the the digital company is planning significant changes under new management including cost reductions and, with the cash infusion, setting up BuzzFeed Studios to pursue vertical micro-dramas, animation, digital video and feature films.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 11 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reductions
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There is arguably no issue that unifies the online gambling community more than repealing a new tax rule capping gambling deductions to 90% of losses.—
Dan Bernstein,
Sportico.com,
14 May 2026
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In other words, these deductions can be significant, particularly for recipients whose Social Security benefits are already modest.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
13 May 2026
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The National Alliance to End Homelessness reports that cities relying on arrests and sweeps do not see long-term decreases in unsheltered homelessness because people are simply displaced into new areas rather than housed.—
Shianne LeClaire,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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Lurie also pointed to crime figures that showed improvements across the board, with decreases in robbery with a firearm (45%), motor vehicle thefts (44%), property crime (27%), homicides (20%) and shootings (16%).—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
17 May 2026
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Word of the demotions came early in the spring semester, but the cuts take effect on July 1.—
Katie Servas,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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But the plaintiffs’ concerns were ignored and, in 2019, the department retaliated by starting Internal Affairs investigations and imposing a series of negative work actions against the officers, including demotions, removals from specialized assignments and involuntary transfers, suit stated.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Memorial Day sales are typically the perfect time to stock up on travel essentials before summer, with discounts on everything from durable carry-ons to comfortable walking shoes.—
Erin Cavoto,
Travel + Leisure,
16 May 2026
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Additionally, both chains are offering discounts on kid-friendly snacks, such as the Snack Pack at Regal Cinemas.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
16 May 2026
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Further declines in home prices would deepen the hit to household balance sheets, said Lizzi Lee, a fellow at Center for China Analysis, noting that the property downturn has already inflicted significant job losses across construction and related sectors.—
Anniek Bao,Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
18 May 2026
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This year might not be any different, with the pros looking for single-digit declines in both revenues and profits.—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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The firings come on top of huge cuts to the NSF’s budget and the loss of more than 30% of NSF staff since January 2025.—
Gautam Mukunda,
Twin Cities,
14 May 2026
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Critics say the problem has only been compounded by a raft of cuts and firings and by the broader disruption brought by Kennedy’s health policies.—
Ali Swenson,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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In 2024, for instance, NASA shared an image of the abuse one of Curiosity's wheels withstood on Mars, including dents and holes.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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Avoid cans that have dents or lid damage, as this can increase the risk of bacteria that cause botulism (a form of food poisoning).—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
1 May 2026
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The Mulholland Drive actress has since become one of the most visible voices urging women to recognize perimenopause symptoms earlier, writing a book on the subject and speaking openly about the years of confusion, shame and dismissals that shaped her experience.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
14 May 2026
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Korey’s record reports multimillion-dollar personal injury case results, more than 1,000 criminal-defense clients served, more than 500 dismissals, and recognition through The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and FOX 26 News.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
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“Reductions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reductions. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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