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reduction

[ri-duhk-shuhn] / rɪˈdʌk ʃən /


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“In comparison to that study, our FDA trial reported a 52% reduction in symptoms, so more than a four-fold increase in efficacy,” Won said.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 23, 2026

While there could be benefits, there are concerns the trend can lead to higher prices and a reduction in the quality of care - something the CQC says needs to be monitored.

From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2026

That sentiment was echoed by BMO Capital Markets analyst Evan David Seigerman, who told investors that the “relative reduction in recurrence/death is clinically meaningful,” even though it appears to have disappointed investors.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 22, 2026

He said 2024 represented the largest annual reduction, save for the pandemic and recession years of 2020 and 2008, when energy use, transportation and economic activity were depressed.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 22, 2026

Once they hauled the cargo upstairs to their lab, they let it cool for a week before beginning the tedious process of reduction, oxidation, precipitation, and extraction.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik

The reductions could be offset by raising levies on other Canadian goods, the Journal reported.

From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2026

Booz Allen cut thousands of jobs last year, facing contract reductions in its civil business.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026

The reductions became more pronounced as the dose increased.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 22, 2026

"We know what is needed: ambitious emissions reductions, stronger protection and restoration efforts, and sustained investment in resilient coastal ecosystems and the communities that depend on them," he said in a statement.

From Barron's ● Oct. 22, 2026

The Chicago Tribune made fare reductions a crusade and openly attacked the railroads.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson


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