Depression
Depression noun - The amount by which something is lessened.
Usage example: a depression in the number of new homes being built
Shortening and depression are semantically related in decline topic. In some cases you can use "Shortening" instead a noun "Depression".
Shortening
Shortening noun - Fat such as butter or lard used in baked goods.
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Synonyms for Shortening
Depression and shortening are semantically related in decline topic. Sometimes you can use "Depression" instead a noun "Shortening".
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Shortening and Depression. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 10, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/depression/shortening
Depression & Shortening. N.p., 2016. Web. 10 Aug. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/depression/shortening>.
Shortening or Depression. 2016. Accessed August 10, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/depression/shortening.
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