diminish
verb (used with object)
to make or cause to seem smaller, less, less important, etc.; lessen; reduce.
are diminishing
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present progressiveof diminish.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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But as the general election approaches, both candidates are diminishing the president’s presence in their messaging by varying degrees.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026
Given the sheer size of the devastation and the passing days, the chances of finding survivors are diminishing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
In general, VIX continues to reflect some worries, but they are diminishing slightly.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 30, 2026
“It is crooked. But it is also they are diminishing themselves” exclaimed Joe Rogan on Friday's episode of his podcast "The Joe Rogan Experience."
From Salon ● Oct. 28, 2024
The evacuation goes on desperately, but the crowds fleeing northwards are diminishing visibly, because some five hundred thousands have already gone.
From A Woman's Experience in the Great War by Louise Mack
