Reduce

To make something smaller or use less of it, like turning off the lights to save energy or using a smaller plate for your food.

Examples

• We can reduce the amount of plastic we use by bringing our own bags to the store.
• When we recycle, we help reduce the amount of trash that goes to the landfill.
• To save water, we can reduce the time we spend in the shower each day.

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