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reduction

[ri-duhk-shuhn] / rɪˈdʌk ʃən /


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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 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

My brother Shade says it’s because arena cities enjoyed a marked reduction in Red crime, dissent, even the few acts of rebellion.

From "Red Queen" by Victoria Aveyard




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