English

reduce

rɪˈdus, rɪˈduːs, ɹɪˈdjuːs, ɹɪˈduːs, ɹɪˈdʒuːs
Meaning: to make something smaller or less in amount, degree, or size
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: rɪˈduːs, ɹɪˈdjuːs, ɹɪˈduːs, ɹɪˈdʒuːs

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base reduce
3rd person singular present reduces
Present participle reducing
Past reduced
Will future will reduce
Going-to future going to reduce
Imperative negative don't reduce / do not reduce

Example sentences

We must reduce the amount of plastic waste.
We must reduce the amount of plastic waste.
Many countries are investing in nuclear power to reduce carbon emissions.
Many countries are investing in nuclear power to reduce carbon emissions.
The engineers faired the fuselage of the plane to reduce air drag.
The engineers faired the fuselage of the plane to reduce air drag.
Exercise is a great way to reduce stress.
Exercise is a great way to reduce stress.
The government is trying to reduce the amount of harmful chemicals in the water.
The government is trying to reduce the amount of harmful chemicals in the water.

Usage Notes

Often used with costs, risks, or physical quantities. It implies a deliberate action to lower a value.

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