Their business might be diminished for a short period of time.

To break up the Union now would diminish our influence for good in the world, just at the time when it is most needed.

Indeed, social mobility has diminished for many, particularly the poor.

We have not diminished our concern for other major crimes.

Too many times when he diminished the chance for a big inning.

Indeed its share of added value has been diminishing for some decades.

Its loss would substantially diminish the quality of life for us all.

Without her, theater in this city would have been greatly diminished for the last half century.

The quality of health care has diminished overall, even for those with formal coverage.

She said the Pope's stand did not diminish her affection for him.