diminution

"The noisy construction outside the church was a pollution of the peaceful atmosphere, distracting everyone from the service. "

"My cooking technique involves slow-roasting the vegetables before adding the meat. "

"the emission was mostly blood"

"Booklet, the diminutive of book, means ‘small book’."

"One research team has recorded Baishui’s decrease at about 27 meters per year over the last 10 years."

"The compositional aspects of this work are less than ideal."

"Taking deep breaths is often effective in lessening anxiety. "

"The reduction in homework assignments allowed students more free time. "

"The heavy rain was unexpected; we had planned a picnic in the park. "

"Increased exercise is a measurable improvement in health. "

"The teacher is shortening the essay assignment from five pages to three. "

"The school has high academic standards, so students must study hard to succeed. "