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Plural
diminutions
1
the act of making something smaller or reducing its size or quantity
- The diminution of the ice caps is a clear sign of climate change.
- Budget cuts resulted in the diminution of school resources.
- Aging often brings a diminution of physical strength.
- The diminution of his influence in the company surprised everyone.
- Noise regulations led to the diminution of airport traffic at night.
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2
the statement of a theme in notes of lesser duration (usually half the length of the original)
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3
change toward something smaller or lower
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