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reduce

[ri-doos, -dyoos] / rɪˈdus, -ˈdyus /




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Their findings show that lower levels of phosphatidylcholine reduce the flexibility of mitochondria, accelerating age-related deterioration.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

The Accounts Commission has warned that local authorities will have to "stop, reduce, or significantly redesign" services.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

After the 2025 fires in southern California even pols like Mr. Newsom at least pretended to acknowledge the need to manage the Golden State’s landscape aggressively to reduce fire risk.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Meanwhile, companies are also trying to reduce their reliance on China but running into challenges.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Payne has tried all kinds of techniques to reduce this bias.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell




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