Example sentences of "[adv] a reduction in [noun sg] " in BNC.
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| 1 | There is also a reduction in choice . |
| 2 | Benefits of this system include an improvement in urban fuel economy of between 8 and 14 per cent , remarkably stable idling with a reduction from 900 rpm to 825 rpm and a consequent gain in comfort and also a reduction in pollution brought about by the lower fuel consumption . |
| 3 | If the firm can expand its production it will lead to a reduction in average cost and hence a reduction in price , not only in the overseas market but also in the home market , which may lead to further domestic market expansion . |
| 4 | The increase in the cost of repaying mortgages ( the greatest component of the average family 's budget ) caused a reduction in the amount of money available for general consumption and hence a reduction in living standards . |
| 5 | What is not so obvious is the converse of this , ie a reduction in road space can be used to reduce traffic speed and volume . |
| 6 | Bank lending may also increase ( item 3 ) even if there is no increase in liquidity or even a reduction in liquidity ( item I is zero or negative ) , if banks respond to increases in the demand for loans by accepting a lower liquidity ratio . |
| 7 | But yesterday Alan Milburn , Labour 's parliamentary candidate for Darlington , said : ‘ It is Conservative Party policy as well as Labour Party policy to bring about a reduction in tobacco consumption . |
| 8 | But Mr Milburn said : ‘ It is Conservative party policy as well as Labour Party policy to bring about a reduction in tobacco consumption . |
| 9 | Gilmore said , ‘ The army has worked with the civil authority to bring about a reduction in violence and will continue to do so as long as it is necessary . ’ |
| 10 | It 's easier to guess why a reduction in market share is taking place than obtain the basic facts and make improvements . |