1
as in draining
to make complete use of
miners depleted the vein of copper ore after only a few months
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as in reducing
to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent
disease and battlefield casualties had depleted troop strength to dangerously low levels
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Recent Examples of depleting
Kroger’s agreement to remedy refrigeration leaks Kroger agreed to retrofit or replace 600 large commercial refrigeration systems in its stores to reduce ozone-depleting emissions, the DOJ said.
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Charlotte Observer, 1 May 2026
But critics question whether Fermi is all hat and no cattle with no customers, no revenue and a rapidly depleting bank account.
—Chris Tomlinson, Houston Chronicle, 30 Apr. 2026
But in this day and age of college football, with name, image and likeness deals keeping kids in college and depleting draft classes … are there really any reaches outside of the first 20 picks?
—Vic Tafur, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Being undiagnosed for decades also cost us my fertility, depleting my ovarian reserve and leading to miscarriage after miscarriage with IVF and IUIs.
—Kristina Kasparian, SELF, 22 Apr. 2026
Energy crisis around the world Although gas prices remain high for American consumers, Asian and European nations are fairing far worse, with depleting oil reserves forcing some life-altering measures.
—Jacqueline Munis, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2026
Even depleting small amounts of water can be a problem, said co-author Laura Condon, a University of Arizona hydrologist.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Yes, a consolidation of the motion picture studios from five down to four would mean fewer jobs, less choices for moviegoers, higher tickets prices, increased leveraged rental terms on cinemas by studios, potential multiplex closings and depleting ticket sales.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 3 Apr. 2026
Unexpected expenses can crop up, depleting funds more quickly than expected.
—Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
Charlotte Observer, 1 May 2026
But critics question whether Fermi is all hat and no cattle with no customers, no revenue and a rapidly depleting bank account.
—Chris Tomlinson, Houston Chronicle, 30 Apr. 2026
But in this day and age of college football, with name, image and likeness deals keeping kids in college and depleting draft classes … are there really any reaches outside of the first 20 picks?
—Vic Tafur, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Being undiagnosed for decades also cost us my fertility, depleting my ovarian reserve and leading to miscarriage after miscarriage with IVF and IUIs.
—Kristina Kasparian, SELF, 22 Apr. 2026
Energy crisis around the world Although gas prices remain high for American consumers, Asian and European nations are fairing far worse, with depleting oil reserves forcing some life-altering measures.
—Jacqueline Munis, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2026
Even depleting small amounts of water can be a problem, said co-author Laura Condon, a University of Arizona hydrologist.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Yes, a consolidation of the motion picture studios from five down to four would mean fewer jobs, less choices for moviegoers, higher tickets prices, increased leveraged rental terms on cinemas by studios, potential multiplex closings and depleting ticket sales.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 3 Apr. 2026
Unexpected expenses can crop up, depleting funds more quickly than expected.
—Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for depleting
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Shane Lowry has the distinction of draining one of the more memorable putts in recent golf history.—
Kels Dayton,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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Grow crocosmia in moist, organically rich, well-draining soil in full sun to light shade.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
27 Apr. 2026
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These will compete with strawberries for nutrients and space—worse, cabbage leaves will create shade, reducing flower and fruit production.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
2 May 2026
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Supporters of a rescue including labor unions representing Spirit’s pilots, flight attendants and ramp workers said a collapse would put thousands of Americans out of work and hurt consumers by reducing airline competition and increasing airfares.—
Aamer Madhani,
Fortune,
2 May 2026
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But the method is time consuming and researchers would like to be able to identify the most likely places to focus their efforts.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
2 May 2026
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His question is whether the consuming world has the political will to do the same.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
2 May 2026
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These changes were to be achieved by increasing the consumption of fruits and vegetables, decreasing the consumption of meat and eggs, and substituting nonfat milk for whole milk.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
30 Apr. 2026
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In addition, federal funding is decreasing.—
Kristina Rex,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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The 23-year-old, boxed out of the Yankees’ Opening Day roster despite spending the entire 2025 season in the majors, was called up from Triple-A on Monday.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
29 Apr. 2026
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Since making their water landing, the three Americans and one Canadian who set out on the lunar journey have been busy, spending recent weeks reuniting with family, debriefing the mission and making media appearances – all while adapting to life back on Earth.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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In some ways, the Wolfpack were already destined for a reset, with veterans like Tre Holloman, Darrion Williams, Quadir Copeland and Ven-Allen Lubin all exhausting their eligibility.—
Brendan Marks,
New York Times,
15 Apr. 2026
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Instead, America seems to be exhausting itself and its arsenals in the Middle East.—
Andreas Kluth,
Twin Cities,
14 Apr. 2026
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Each time, Banchero was at the center of it, creating offense, absorbing contact and refusing to let the game slip entirely out of reach.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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The best ones contained rice starch, charcoal, and other oil-absorbing ingredients that didn’t weigh down hair or leave behind a white residue.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
29 Apr. 2026
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Maps show where the wildfires are burning across Florida and Georgia.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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The video shows stunned drivers making a break for it after the firework went off, even though 77 was still partially burning.—
Joe Bruno,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Depleting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/depleting. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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