thinning

[US]/ˈθɪn.ɪŋ/
[UK]/ˈθɪn.ɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.dilution or the process of making something thinner

Phrases & Collocations

thinning hair

thinning ice

thinning paint

thinning population

thinning clouds

thinning resources

thinning foliage

thinning market

thinning supply

thinning ranks

Example Sentences

the thinning of the forest is a concern for wildlife.

thinning hair can be a sign of aging.

farmers are thinning the crops to improve growth.

the thinning ice made it dangerous to skate.

thinning paint can create a smoother finish.

she noticed her clothes were thinning after several washes.

they are thinning the herd to maintain health.

thinning out the crowd made it easier to see the stage.

the thinning of the ozone layer is a global issue.

thinning down the manuscript improved its readability.

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