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reduce

[ri-doos, -dyoos] / rɪˈdus, -ˈdyus /




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Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are soft and stewy, about 15 minutes.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

Baader analyst Fabrice Farigoule raises Salzgitter’s stock rating to Add from Reduce, its 2026 EPS estimate to 5.13 euros from 3.23 euros, and for 2027 to 8.35 euros from 5.96 euros.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Eli Lilly falls following a downgrade to Reduce from Hold at HSBC, with analyst Rajesh Kumar citing pricing competition.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

Reduce aggressive holdings and increase defensive holdings 4.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 15, 2025

Reduce and simmer till it is thick, then pass through a sieve, and take it off the fire before it boils.

From Dressed Game and Poultry à la Mode by Salis, Harriet A. de




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