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reduction

[ri-duhk-shuhn] / rɪˈdʌk ʃən /


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You’re in your early 30s, so a one-year reduction is unlikely to derail your retirement plans.

From MarketWatch • May 30, 2026

“This could create serious consequences, including a potential zeroing out of the state’s support for critical emission reduction programs,” said Phillip Fine, executive officer at the Bay Area Air District.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

She said the reduction in GPS unit thefts showed the value of sharing information and best practice across the sector.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Last week, chancellor Rachel Reeves announced VAT reduction from 20% to 5% on various attractionsover the summer holidays, which included children's meals in restaurants and cafes.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

But Tycho was used to being given considerable indulgence and saw any reduction in his income as an insult, as well as a threat to his work.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin




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