lessen

Example Sentences

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But in a courtroom this month, the Star reported, Ali revealed he had lied about the quick death to lessen the impact on her family.

From Los Angeles Times

McLaren have managed Norris and Piastri with sensitivity and effectiveness, but the challenges do not lessen just because that has been the case so far.

From BBC

Studies find that it provides a sense of purpose and community and can lessen loneliness.

From The Wall Street Journal

"What we'll see is the lessening of the flow of big new estates, particularly as communities get more involved in planning and development with the neighbourhood plans," he says.

From BBC

None of those were respected, although some did lessen fighting for a time, allowing foreigners and almost one million Sudanese civilians to flee.

From New York Times