subtract (from)

verb

Definition of subtract (from)next
as in to cut down

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for subtract (from)
  1. cut down
  2. reduce
  3. modify
  4. decrease
  5. moderate
  6. diminish
  7. lessen
  8. slash
Verb
  • Salt Box and Shabu are among six local spots that took part in an exploratory program to evaluate the viability of using reusable to-go packaging to help cut down on single-use containers.
    AFAR Media, AFAR Media, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Closet bins and drawer separators Placing like-items in matching bins and creating compartments in drawers with dividers can help to cut down on visual clutter and achieve a cohesive look.
    Christina Pérez, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of cut down
Verb
  • Westmore Beauty’s 60-Second Eye Effects Gel Duo promises to instantly reduce the appearance of signs of aging around your eyes.
    Taylor Lane, Flow Space, 16 Dec. 2024
  • His overall demands have reduced, however, realising a less intense approach could help offset the risk of player burnout.
    Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of reduce
Verb
  • The committee modified rule 11.L.5.b to mandate a replay if the ball hits the net, goes over, and then hits a drooping net that’s laying on the ground.
    Todd Boss, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
  • Comprising 42 pairs of chromosomes instead of the original 14, the DNA of modern wheat has been artificially modified.
    Marie Bladt, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of modify
Verb
  • Narcotics Use Use of narcotics other than heroin (including Vicodin, OxyContin, and Percocet) among 12th graders decreased to an all-time low of 0.6 percent in 2024, down from a peak of 9.5 percent in 2004.
    Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
  • Key Facts Shares of Trump Media decreased to just over $33 as trading opened Friday, lowering the value of Trump’s stake from $4 billion on Thursday to just over $3.8 billion.
    Ty Roush, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of decrease
Verb
  • Axios Charlotte reporter Alexandra Sands moderated a conversation with The Batchmaker founder Cristina Rojas-Agurcia at a Dec. 11 event.
    Emily Hamilton, Axios, 16 Dec. 2024
  • More Wisconsinites are traveling as inflation continues to moderate, according to AAA.
    Alex Groth, Journal Sentinel, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of moderate
Verb
  • The Yankees’ decision to go with Goldschmidt on a one-year contract is not without risk given his age and diminishing skills.
    Wayne G. McDonnell, Jr., Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
  • The district is set to ask the Metro Council for use of $12 million surplus funds to partially offset the diminishing pandemic money.
    Maria Leontaras, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of diminish
Verb
  • In other words, people may feel more satisfied after having a solid sweet, lessening the chances of sugar overconsumption and poor health outcomes.
    Maggie O'Neill, Health, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Throughout the presidential campaign, many of Trump’s most ardent fans joined the Musk fandom as well, lessening the odds that the government will be subjecting him and his businesses to scrutiny anytime soon.
    Makena Kelly, WIRED, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of lessen
Verb
  • Zibanejad saw his ice time slashed against St. Louis, and Kakko watched from the press box.
    Peter Baugh, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Indeed, the newsroom staff was slashed in half within just a few years.
    Shelby Grad, Los Angeles Times, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of slash
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