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reduction

[ri-duhk-shuhn] / rɪˈdʌk ʃən /


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This level of reduction is considered large enough to lower the risk of cardiovascular events.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

“There is a possibility that the loss reduction could come sooner in 2Q, which would be supportive to share performance,” the bank says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Blend for body A partial purée — just enough to thicken—gives you richness without the need for long reduction.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

The 50 percent reduction will apply from April 1 to May 31 on all domestic routes and for all classes, public rail operator LTG announced in a joint statement with the transportation ministry.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

The weavers at the Massachusetts Corporation had all refused the agent’s demand that they each tend four looms and take a piece rate reduction as well.

From "Lyddie" by Katherine Paterson