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as in reducing
to diminish the price or value of
a company forced to write down its assets
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as in recording
to make a written note of
write down what you remember about that day
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Recent Examples of writing down
In the present day, Aunt Lydia is writing down her life story and recalling the early days of Gilead.
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Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026
And because phones are often lost or stolen, Silvestro is constantly writing down her own number — on a hat, under a bridge — in the hopes that people call.
—Blake Nelson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Some people were literally sitting in their rooms all night writing down notes.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2026
The idea of writing down your arguments came from a technique used by debaters.
—Jeff Banowetz, Chicago Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
However, most companies would be writing down tens of millions on the film.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 11 Feb. 2026
Committing to a few simple daily swaps, such as writing down grocery lists or flipping through a newspaper, can encourage you to put down your phone and be more present.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 8 Feb. 2026
Members have discussed the tactic of writing down immigrants’ addresses on paper, not their phones, and eating the paper if confronted by law enforcement.
—Christina Buttons, Washington Post, 3 Feb. 2026
In lieu of a conversation, consider writing down your feelings in a letter.
—R. Eric Thomas, Denver Post, 25 Jan. 2026
Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026
And because phones are often lost or stolen, Silvestro is constantly writing down her own number — on a hat, under a bridge — in the hopes that people call.
—Blake Nelson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Some people were literally sitting in their rooms all night writing down notes.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2026
The idea of writing down your arguments came from a technique used by debaters.
—Jeff Banowetz, Chicago Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
However, most companies would be writing down tens of millions on the film.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 11 Feb. 2026
Committing to a few simple daily swaps, such as writing down grocery lists or flipping through a newspaper, can encourage you to put down your phone and be more present.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 8 Feb. 2026
Members have discussed the tactic of writing down immigrants’ addresses on paper, not their phones, and eating the paper if confronted by law enforcement.
—Christina Buttons, Washington Post, 3 Feb. 2026
In lieu of a conversation, consider writing down your feelings in a letter.
—R. Eric Thomas, Denver Post, 25 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for writing down
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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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Beyond fashioning stunning décor, Joseon court painters were tasked with recording major events.—
Lori Waxman,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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The Stanford graduate played 80 games across his career with the Cardinals, New York Giants and Oakland Raiders, recording five sacks and 130 tackles.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
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To disregard Sephora and its fans would be like writing off Bravo Con or Comic Con.—
Marisa Meltzer,
Vanity Fair,
7 Apr. 2026
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In addition to changing federal regulations, such as the end of up to $7,500 in federal tax credits, the R2 comes to market as many automakers are pulling back their EV plans or writing off billions of dollars in losses amid slower-than-expected adoption of the vehicles.—
Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2026
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Shamet played 18 minutes in Game 1 and 10 minutes in Game 2 before logging seven minutes combined through Games 3 and 4.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Avoid areas prone to water-logging and retaining moisture, such as low spots in your landscape or heavy clay soils.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
27 Apr. 2026
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By marking down the collateral for that leverage, JPMorgan is reducing the ability of private credit firms to borrow against their loans, and in some cases could even force firms to post more collateral.—
Hugh Son,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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The store is continually marking down wedding dresses and other items, with discounts currently reaching as high as 50% off.—
Jenna Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
25 Sep. 2025
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Robb Report’s culinary spectacular is setting down roots in the Big Easy next month.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
24 Apr. 2026
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Woo yielded one hit over seven brilliant innings, setting down his last 12 batters and recording six strikeouts while matching the longest scoreless start of his career.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 Apr. 2026
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Datadog and Block are among the companies reporting their latest quarterly results next week that can count on earnings momentum as a catalyst.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
2 May 2026
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Rick Porter contributed reporting.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
1 May 2026
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At that time, there was also another element that was taking down some other buildings.—
David Hookstead OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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Brandon Steiner is in charge of taking down and selling items from Highmark Stadium.—
Sam Brock,
NBC news,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Writing down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/writing%20down. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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