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depleting

/dɪˈpleɪtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does depleting mean?

verb

Causing something to become less or to run out, especially because it is being used up or wasted.

Example

"The depleting water levels in the reservoir have forced the authorities to impose water restrictions."

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