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Minimization

The act or process of minimizing.

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Decrease 76% connected

To grow less, -- opposed to increase; to be diminished gradually, in size, degree, number, duration, etc., or in strength, quality, or excellence; as…

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Diminution 76% connected

The act of diminishing, or of making or becoming less; state of being diminished; reduction in size, quantity, or degree; -- opposed to augmentation…

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Reduction 76% connected

The act of reducing, or state of being reduced; conversion to a given state or condition; diminution; conquest; as, the reduction of a body to powder…

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Minimize 74% connected

To reduce to the smallest part or proportion possible; to reduce to a minimum.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Minimize 74% connected

To reduce to the smallest part or proportion possible; to reduce to a minimum.

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