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And in its 2026 outlook released in early April, the Energy Information Administration said that the consumption of petroleum and other liquids will decrease by 11% to 23% in 2050 as compared with 2025.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

He estimates that if crude oil prices rise to $100 a barrel, Japan’s nominal GDP would decrease by approximately 5.1 trillion yen due to rising import costs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026

"Whether emissions increase or decrease by a fraction of a percent year-on-year change only has symbolic significance," Myllyvirta told AFP.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

"For every minute that passes after a cardiac arrest the chances of survival decrease by up to 10 per cent, that's a vital window, so more people having confidence to intervene will save lives."

From BBC • Nov. 25, 2025

There ought now to be 64 stitches in the round; if a greater number should be found, decrease by missing a stitch as may be found necessary.

From The Lady's Album of Fancy Work for 1850 by Unknown