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noun

Definition of condensingnext
as in squeezing
the act or process of reducing the size or volume of something by or as if by pressing after the condensing of our stored junk, we actually had room in the garage for the car

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condensing

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verb

present participle of condense
1
as in compressing
to become smaller in size or volume through the drawing together of particles of matter over time the once-fluffy material in the pillow had condensed into a lumpy wad

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as in consolidating
to reduce in size or volume by or as if by pressing parts or members together condense the information into as brief a report as possible

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as in reducing
to increase the strength of (a substance in a mixture) by removing other substances added condensed milk to the mix

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for condensing
  1. reducing
  2. condensation
  3. shrinking
  4. compression
  5. constricting
  6. removing
  7. concentrating
  8. squeeze
Verb
  • These chatbots can resolve common employee queries, automate ticket routing and provide 24/7 assistance, reducing dependency on support staff.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Studies show these reforms—reducing minimum parking requirements, legalizing ADUs, and simplifying permitting processes—resulted in more housing.
    Adam A. Millsap, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of reducing
Noun
  • Listeria can travel through condensation onto food products.
    Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2025
  • This zesty condensation of an 18-volume, 1300-page epic is a model of streamlining, even if the narrative’s many tantalizing threads, emotions and complications could stand to be fleshed out even more.
    Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of condensation
Verb
  • Mature markets like California, Colorado, and Oregon are shrinking in sales and tax revenue.
    Andrew DeAngelo, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The pool of available CPAs has been shrinking as Baby Boomers and some Gen Xers retire.
    Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of shrinking
Noun
  • Moore had surgery for a spinal compression on Tuesday, three days earlier.
    Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 13 Jan. 2025
  • Wearing compression stockings, exercising regularly, protecting your skin from the sun, and taking frequent movement breaks throughout the day can all help reduce your risk.
    Laura Schober, Health, 12 Jan. 2025
Definition of compression
Verb
  • The crossbody bag option, meanwhile, is less constricting and makes a stylish statement piece on top of any casual outfit.
    Clint Davis, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Dec. 2024
  • But his refusal to adhere to facts isn’t constricting.
    Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 25 Dec. 2024
Definition of constricting
Verb
  • The acids in toner can also act as chemical exfoliants, removing any extra dead skin cells or other debris that might build up.
    Amanda Svachula, Health, 27 Dec. 2024
  • Start by removing the old hardware using a screwdriver, saving the screws if needed, and clean the surface to remove any residue.
    Perri Ormont Blumberg, Architectural Digest, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of removing
Verb
  • This led to an explosion of technology development and, with funding concentrating on a smaller number of startups, set the playing field for 2025.
    Jeff Mahler, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • To enhance your memory, begin by concentrating on one task at a time.
    Mill Etienne, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of concentrating
Noun
  • Modern spins sometimes sneak in diced bacon or swap whole oysters for chopped, but the classic remains a staple, especially at Southern brunches where a squeeze of lemon finishes the indulgence.
    Jenn Rice, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
  • Though renters insurance costs a fraction of homeowners insurance, Larry Gross, executive director of the Los Angeles tenants advocacy group Coalition for Economic Survival, said that with many tenants barely making ends meet, any increase is a squeeze.
    Laurence Darmiento, Los Angeles Times, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of squeeze
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