slimming

VERB

lose weight

Synonyms

STRONG

diet reduce slenderize

Antonyms

WEAK

gain

Example Sentences

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Brides aren’t the only ones slimming down before their big day, Ianieri-Salerno said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

J&J spent the past few years slimming down its business to focus on six categories, one of which is immunology drugs.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

Beauticians already advertise rapid slimming "packages" for weddings or social events.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

Many companies are slimming down portfolios, restructuring operations, and investing more in healthier, innovative products.

From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026

I’ve worn black today, because I’ve heard so often that it’s supposed to be slimming.

From "Every Day" by David Levithan