reduction

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They were inspired by attending a talk about Shropshire's Local Nature Recovery Strategy where they heard about a dramatic reduction in moths, butterflies, and hedgehogs as well as the loss of many of England's meadows.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“The improvement in supply/demand is largely due to the reduction of issuance size,” the rates strategist adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

“I think the harm reduction model helps us get a lot more people off the street, but veterans who want to be sober should have a place where they can stay sober,” Reynolds said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

All of the software programs run the Social Security reduction scenario as an addendum, not as a default.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

In other words, a marked reduction in the poundages used would hardly alter the lethal situation, for applications of over o.i pound per acre to the pond itself are generally considered hazardous.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson