lessen
verb (used without object)
to become less.
are lessening
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present progressiveof lessen.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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Meanwhile, they said, better weather warnings and preparedness are lessening the death toll.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 1, 2021
The neighbouring states of Alabama and Mississippi also experienced severe weather, although rains are lessening as they move west over Louisiana and further.
From BBC ● Aug. 15, 2016
The states are lessening the death tax bite by increasing the amount exempt from the tax, indexing the exemption amount for inflation, and eliminating “cliff” provisions that tax the first dollar of an estate.
From Forbes ● Sep. 11, 2014
"I think it will be challenged by the European commission because they are lessening competition."
From The Guardian ● Feb. 7, 2013
I want every day to be over, and yet I cannot bear to have the days pass and to say to myself that the chances of any tidings are lessening and lessening.
From Us An Old Fashioned Story by Mrs. Molesworth
