0 to become or to make something become smaller in size, amount, degree, importance, etc. -- 减少;减小;降低;缩小
Do nuclear weapons really reduce the risk of war? 核武器真的可以减小战争爆发的危险吗?
The plane reduced speed as it approached the airport. 当飞临机场时,飞机减慢了速度。
We bought a TV that was reduced from £500 to £350 in the sales. 我们在大减价时,买了一台从500英镑减至350英镑的电视。
I reduced the problem to a few simple questions. 我把这个难题简化为几个简单的小问题。
Simmer until the liquid has reduced by about one third. 加微热直到液体减少三分之一。
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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