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Lessen

/lˈɛsən/
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(verb) To make less; to diminish; to reduce.

She tried to lessen her expenses.
We had to lessen the impact of the erratic supplies.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Taking a warm bath before bed can help to ____ the stress and tension that has built up during a busy day today.

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