decrease (by/from/to) (number) per cent

Frequency: 8.740.2 per million words

To become smaller in amount or number. Can be used with 'by' (margin), 'from/to' (range), or directly before the percentage.

per centVERB + per cent

Categories:

decrease

Examples (10)

  • The company's profits are expected to decrease by 5 per cent this quarter.
  • Consumer spending decreased 2 per cent last month due to economic uncertainty.
  • We saw a significant decrease in energy consumption by 10 per cent after implementing new policies.
  • The population of the endangered species has decreased from 1000 to 700, a 30 per cent reduction.
  • If sales continue to decrease by 3 per cent each month, we'll be in trouble.
  • The government aims to decrease carbon emissions by 20 per cent by 2030.
  • Unemployment rates decreased to 4.5 per cent, a positive sign for the economy.
  • There was an alarming decrease of 15 per cent in water levels during the drought.
  • Their market share is projected to decrease by another 8 per cent next year.
  • The doctor noted a 6 per cent decrease in the patient's blood pressure after medication.