Depression
Depression noun - The amount by which something is lessened.
Usage example: a depression in the number of new homes being built
Reduction is a synonym for depression. In some cases you can use "Reduction" instead a noun "Depression".
Reduction
Reduction noun - The amount by which something is lessened.
Usage example: saw an 11% reduction in the number of students applying to the school
Depression is a synonym for reduction. Sometimes you can use "Depression" instead a noun "Reduction".
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