subtracts (from)

present tense third-person singular of subtract (from)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for subtracts (from)
Verb
  • But if your branding was clearer, stronger and more emotionally resonant, your LTV could be double, while your CAC decreases.
    Erik Huberman, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
  • Johnston said his budget plans for zero overall growth in revenue and added that unless Denver's income actually decreases, there won't be any more layoffs next year.
    Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 16 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Unlike the closed-coupe Chiron, which cocoons you from its inner workings, the Mistral delivers a raw mechanical sound bath, tempered only by a pop-in wind deflector (fixed in examples for North America)—just aft of the seats—that reduces cabin turbulence and shields air-flow.
    Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 20 Sep. 2025
  • This ongoing improvement reduces the organization’s dependency on manual inputs from customers, account managers and sales teams, creating a more autonomous and data-driven process.
    Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 19 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The third amendment, set for a vote, from Wilson, modifies federal statutes related to military bases.
    Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 10 Sep. 2025
  • If the administrative law judge finds in favor of the petitioners on any of the issues raised, or finds the DNR did not comply with some aspect of state law, then the project can’t move forward unless the DNR modifies the permit.
    Caitlin Looby, jsonline.com, 16 June 2024
Verb
  • Also, the relaxed fit that tapers around the ankle offers a leg elongating look that’s perfect for petites.
    Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 18 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 18 Sep. 2025
  • Monitoring such trends can assist you in leveraging the strength or aid in planning a timely entry if the momentum diminishes.
    Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Young quarterbacks can be inconsistent in the red zone because the field shrinks and timing and accuracy become even more important.
    Cameron Teague Robinson, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
  • Her goal with the company is to provide performance opportunities for local professional opera singers who have seen their work dwindle as the industry shrinks.
    Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Consistency builds trust and slashes audit drag.
    Jagbir Kaur, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Cherry picks up a knife and slashes Laura’s tires on the way out, for good measure.
    Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • This degree of control not only lessens supply chain dependencies but also accelerates deployment cycles.
    Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
  • Previous Supreme Court decisions established that the government's concern about corruption lessens if there isn't an opportunity for bribery.
    Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 9 Sep. 2025
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“Subtracts (from).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subtracts%20%28from%29. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.

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