slimming

VERB

lose weight

Synonyms

STRONG

diet reduce slenderize

Antonyms

WEAK

gain

Example Sentences

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Nestlé is trying to end the slump by winning back market share and slimming down its sprawling business.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

J&J spent the past few years slimming down its business to focus on six categories, one of which is immunology drugs.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

Surgical procedures and weight-loss drugs are growing in popularity, with some influencers detailing their own slimming journeys to both acclaim and criticism.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

Diller has repeatedly said the company is focused on slimming down and giving priority to MGM and People.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026

I’ve worn black today, because I’ve heard so often that it’s supposed to be slimming.

From "Every Day" by David Levithan