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abatements
1
the act or process of reducing, lessening, or diminishing something
- The storm's abatement allowed rescue teams to start their work.
- After the medication, there was a noticeable abatement of her symptoms.
- Abatement of noise in the city improved residents' quality of life.
- Floodwaters receded following the abatement of the heavy rain.
- The workers waited for the abatement of the heat before resuming construction.
2
a reduction or lessening in the intensity, degree, or amount of something
- The city implemented noise abatement measures to reduce the impact of traffic sounds in residential areas.
- The environmental organization advocated for the abatement of air pollution by promoting cleaner energy sources.
- The government introduced tax abatement policies to encourage businesses to invest in economically distressed areas.
- The community rallied for the abatement of water pollution in the local river, urging stricter regulations.
- The company implemented cost abatement strategies to streamline operations and improve financial performance.
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