- present participle of reduce.
reducing
Example Sentences
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The report focused on the "critical role" of Scotland's 32 councils in reducing poverty, noting that local government is in the early stages of a big shake up.
From BBC ● Oct. 5, 2026
Once Iñárritu peels the skin off, he resumes taking cheap shots at the exposed wound, reducing our connection to art to a distraction.
From Salon ● Oct. 5, 2026
Beyond causing bloating, straining, and infrequent bowel movements, it can also interfere with daily life by increasing stress, reducing productivity, and lowering overall quality of life.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 5, 2026
“The Fed can credibly argue that labor cost pressures are abating, reducing urgency for additional hikes,” said Chris Osmond, chief investment officer of Fifth Third Wealth Advisors.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
Stephens described his realization that he could no longer take the punishment of reducing as “the biggest disappointment of my life.”
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
