slimming
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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It is thought to be the result of rapid slimming, rather than the medication itself.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
Brides aren’t the only ones slimming down before their big day, Ianieri-Salerno said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026
The packaged foods conglomerate’s efforts to focus its operations come as many of its peers are also slimming down brand offerings and shifting away from large, sprawling portfolios.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026
J&J spent the past few years slimming down its business to focus on six categories, one of which is immunology drugs.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026
I’ve worn black today, because I’ve heard so often that it’s supposed to be slimming.
From "Every Day" by David Levithan
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