Ax and Abate

Ax

Ax verb - To let go from office, service, or employment.

Abate and ax are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Abate" instead a verb "Ax".

Abate

Abate verb - To grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually.

Ax and abate are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Ax" instead a verb "Abate".

Nearby Words: abatement, abating
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