| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| SMELT | To reduce, as a metal. |
| PASSIVATE | Coat, as metal, to reduce its chemical reactivity |
| ABRIDGE | Reduce, as a text |
| LOWER | Reduce, as a price |
| TRIM | Reduce, as a budget |
| MARKDOWN | Reduce, as a price |
| ERODE | Slowly reduce, as a cliff |
| ERODE | Slowly reduce, as a cliff face |
| HEDGE | Reduce risk, as with a bet |
