lessen
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Britannica Dictionary definition of LESSEN
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to become less or to cause (something) to become less
[no object]
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The pain will lessen [=decrease] over time.
[+ object]
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Medication helps lessen the severity of the symptoms.
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Taking a few simple precautions will lessen [=(more commonly) reduce] your risk of injury.
