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Raredownsize
The correct spelling is downsize.
How to pronounce downsize
/ˈdaʊnsaɪz/
verbIPA: /ˈdaʊnsaɪz/
Say it like: Dow-nsi-ze
The correct spelling is downsize. To reduce in size or number. For example: "Joe and Edna moved to a bungalow after deciding to downsize when the children had left home."
Usage Examples
“Joe and Edna moved to a bungalow after deciding to downsize when the children had left home.”
“They downsized the division by offering attractive early-retirement packages and selling off an office building.”
“Joe got downsized and became a plumber.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To reduce in size or number.
- 2.To reduce the workforce of.
- 3.To terminate the employment of.
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