lowering
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Chile, the world’s top copper producer, is lowering output due to aging mines and declining ore grades, and opening a new copper mine takes anywhere between 10 to 15 years to develop.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 27, 2026
It said it increased promotions to compete with rivals, who are lowering prices to cope with weaker demand.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
Birmingham is set to become England's first 20mph city by lowering speed limits on the majority of its roads, according to the Daily Telegraph.
From BBC ● Aug. 25, 2026
“It’s gonna take a long time for me to be okay,” he adds, lowering his head into his hands.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2026
And then, half glancing over his shoulder towards the hall: “I’m afraid it was her, without a doubt,” he said, lowering his voice.
From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier
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