reduction
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They were inspired by attending a talk about Shropshire's Local Nature Recovery Strategy where they heard about a dramatic reduction in moths, butterflies, and hedgehogs as well as the loss of many of England's meadows.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
“The improvement in supply/demand is largely due to the reduction of issuance size,” the rates strategist adds.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
Claiming early to dodge a cut that probably won’t arrive locks in a guaranteed reduction.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
“I think the harm reduction model helps us get a lot more people off the street, but veterans who want to be sober should have a place where they can stay sober,” Reynolds said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
Sheep and alpacas were selected for retention of wool and reduction or loss of hair, while cows have been selected for high milk yields.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
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