deflate


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Synonyms for deflate

Collins Thesaurus of the English Language – Complete and Unabridged 2nd Edition. 2002 © HarperCollins Publishers 1995, 2002

Synonyms for deflate

to cause to be no longer believed or valued

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Synonyms for deflate

collapse by releasing contained air or gas

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release contained air or gas from

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reduce or lessen the size or importance of

produce deflation in

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reduce or cut back the amount or availability of, creating a decline in value or prices

become deflated or flaccid, as by losing air

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A complementary technique for dealing with such problems can be viewed as applying a singular left preconditioner that deflates the matrix in the sense that small eigenvalues are replaced by zero eigenvalues.
When a saline-filled implant deflates, it usually happens quickly.
With clear thinking, skill, and plenty of luck, it may it may be possible to deflate today's bubble without causing a depression.
The new hump, which manufacturers claim is the world's first 'intelligent' road hump was developed in Manchester to deflate for heavier vehicles like ambulances and fire engines, or for cars travelling under a set speed limit.
The published index may be used to deflate the cost of the new items.
Under the direct deflation method, a terms of trade index (usually defined as the price index for all exports, divided by the price index for all imports) is used to directly deflate the nominal trade balance.
"My husband John received a birthday balloon from our youngest granddaughter Olivia recently," said Bronwyn, "if you think you have trouble now, wait until it decides to deflate - it will really get friendly.
Adam Webster's 64thminute strike to cancel out Aaron O'Connor's 31stminute opener briefly sent over 500 Knitters fans into delirium, but O'Connor hit back just 60 seconds later to deflate the Hinckley balloon.
Some operators think they have to deflate both air springs before tilting the cab.
At least three members of the crew were briefly dragged as they clung to ropes to help Fossett deflate the balloon.
He found that he could inflate and deflate the footpad.
Petronio's turns metamorphose into startling leaps without warning, then deflate just as unexpectedly into precocious, sensual noodling.
How long does it take for the balloon to deflate? Observe the balloon.
During the Wearable Futures conference in London Aden said that the cells have the capability to inflate and deflate and to respond to pressure.
Some operators seem to think it's necessary to deflate the air springs before tilting the cab.