lessening

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But that’s also another aspect the proposed rule is addressing, he said: lessening the scope for litigation so that plans of all sizes might be more likely to incorporate these other investment choices.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

A source close to PIF said the move should not be seen as a sign of any lessening in interest in sports investments.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Ellen Swallow Richards is known as the founder of home economics, which to her meant bringing scientific principles to domestic life, lessening household labor and improving public health.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

It raises the question of whether U.S. levies are making a dent on China’s export dominance, and lessening this country’s reliance on foreign goods.

From Barron's • Jan. 14, 2026

Thus in one blow Elizabeth had been saved from typical English digs, while I looked forward to a lessening of my stomach pains.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson