0 to become or to make something become smaller in size, amount, degree, importance, etc. -- 減少；減小；降低；縮小
Do nuclear weapons really reduce the risk of war? 核武器真的可以減小戰爭爆發的危險嗎？
The plane reduced speed as it approached the airport. 當飛臨機場時，飛機減慢了速度。
We bought a TV that was reduced from £500 to £350 in the sales. 我們在大減價時，買了一台從500英鎊減至350英鎊的電視。
I reduced the problem to a few simple questions. 我把這個難題簡化為幾個簡單的小問題。
Simmer until the liquid has reduced by about one third. 加微熱直到液體減少三分之一。
The government has pledged to reduce the amount of chemicals used in food production.
Wearing the correct type of clothing will reduce the risk from radiation.
When one airline reduces its prices, the rest soon follow suit.
Mindful of the poor road conditions, she reduced her speed to 30 mph.
We are firmly committed to reducing unemployment.
Another is that competition, even if successful in reducing tariffs, will marginally affect the households bills.
However, the government's liability is now reduced by only $0n14 in this state relative to the $2 contribution level.
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