diminishes

Example Sentences

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At the same time, the cease-fire also diminishes the less likely but more disruptive prospect that a prolonged surge in energy prices would compel the Fed to consider raising rates.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

"Their temporary closure or mothball can feel like it diminishes a sense of belonging and local pride to a small rural community which has historically had a local school," it added.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

If they are also trying to restock depleted savings, that diminishes consumption further.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

“Certainly from a top-end talent standpoint, it diminishes that. But it doesn’t change the non-negotiables or how we’re trying to play.”

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 27, 2025

As the space around me diminishes, the piles of “treasure” are ripped away, becoming debris spinning in the contracting circle of water.

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman