reduction
Произношение: [/ɹɪˈdʌk.ʃən/]
Контекст: «mathematics/science»
(noun) the act of making something smaller or simpler. Like when you have a big number or problem, and you make it smaller or easier to understand.
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The reduction of the equation to its simplest form required a few steps.
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The lack of reduction in the experiment's complexity led to confusing results.
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Can you explain the process of reduction in this problem?
Контекст: «business/manufacturing»
(noun) the decrease in the quantity, size, or value of something. When a company produces less or makes things cheaper.
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Due to the reduction in costs, the company was able to increase its profit margins.
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The reduction in product quality resulted in a loss of customers.
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What strategies can be used to prevent a reduction in sales?
Контекст: «cooking»
(noun) the process of boiling a liquid to make it thicker or more concentrated. When you make a sauce or liquid stronger in flavor by boiling off some of the water.
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The reduction of the broth enhanced the taste of the soup.
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The sauce was ruined due to over-reduction, making it too thick.
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How long does it take to achieve the right reduction for this sauce?
Контекст: «general»
(noun) the act of making something smaller in size or amount. Like when you have a large amount of something and you reduce it to a smaller amount.
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The reduction of waste through recycling efforts helped protect the environment.
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The reduction of resources led to a shortage of essential supplies.
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What are the benefits of reduction in energy consumption?