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reducing

Pronunciation: [rɪˈdjuːsɪŋ]

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Learn how to use reducing in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “action”

(verb) to make something smaller in size, amount, or degree. It's like taking away some of your toys so that there aren’t too many to play with.

Example

She is reducing the amount of candy she eats to stay healthy.

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The team is not reducing their mistakes; they keep making the same errors.

Example

How can we start reducing our waste at home?

Context: “mathematics”

(verb) to make a fraction or mathematical expression simpler or smaller. It's like taking a big piece of chocolate and cutting it into smaller pieces so it’s easier to share.

Example

The teacher showed the students how to reduce the fraction to its simplest form.

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They weren't able to reduce the fraction further, it was already simple.

Example

Can you help me with reducing this fraction?

Context: “health”

(verb) to lessen or decrease something harmful. It’s like trying to lower the amount of sugar in your diet to be healthier.

Example

He is reducing his stress by practicing yoga every day.

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She isn’t reducing her screen time at all, even though she knows it’s too much.

Example

What steps can you take to start reducing your stress levels?

How to pronounce reducing

Pronunciation: [rɪˈdjuːsɪŋ]

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