suffer a decrease
Frequency: 6.79.1 per million words
to experience a reduction, usually with a negative connotation
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- The company is expected to suffer a decrease in profits this quarter.
- Due to emigration, the rural town suffered a decrease in population.
- As we age, our bodies may suffer a decrease in bone density.
- The arts program suffered a significant decrease in funding.
- Farmers suffered a sharp decrease in crop yields because of the drought.
- After the layoff, he suffered a decrease in self-esteem.
- The local wildlife has suffered a decrease in numbers due to habitat loss.
- Traditional media outlets continue to suffer a decrease in readership.
- The team suffered a decrease in morale after losing five games in a row.
- If interest rates rise, the housing market could suffer a decrease in activity.