writes off

verb

Definition of writes offnext
present tense third-person singular of write off
1
as in dismisses
to express scornfully one's low opinion of most critics have already written off that director as a hack incapable of turning out anything but schlock

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2
as in reduces
to diminish the price or value of that one blunder will write off to nothing all the goodwill we've been building up

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  1. reduces
  2. minimizes
  3. diminishes
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  • Studies show that switching between tasks reduces efficiency, increases mistakes, and exhausts the brain faster than focused work does.
    Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • This daily process keeps me aligned with my goals and reduces unnecessary stress.
    Sardor Umrdinov, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of reduces
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  • Adopting a hyper-local approach can reduce transportation and packaging costs while facilitating a farm-to-table model that minimizes the use of preservatives.
    Shrikant Dash, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Some dishwasher pods contain rinse aid, which helps with the drying process and minimizes water spots, while others don't.
    Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of minimizes
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  • This retinol face serum diminishes fine lines and wrinkles while repairing skin tone and texture.
    Jessica Copeland, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2024
  • The absence of live faculty feedback and oversight diminishes the credibility of the student’s achievement.
    Ray Ravaglia, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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writes off

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