downgrade
noun
a downward slope, especially of a road.
has downgraded
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present perfectof downgrade (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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In recent months, Hochman has downgraded or outright dismissed charges in many high-profile cases that Gascón filed.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 13, 2026
It has downgraded annual production targets, raised cost guidance, and just reported a weak 2Q.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 23, 2026
Given that, it is not surprising that the OBR has downgraded its forecasts to be more in line with other forecasters.
From BBC ● Nov. 4, 2025
Pirro’s office has downgraded the charges to a misdemeanor.
From Slate ● Sep. 4, 2025
Oxford Economics has downgraded their GDP forecast for 2023 after Friday’s data.
From Reuters ● Apr. 14, 2023
