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to thin out
[phrase form: thin]
01
to decrease the number or density of something
Transitive: to thin out sth
Examples
She thinned the flower bed out, removing some plants to create a more balanced garden.
02
to become less dense
Intransitive
Examples
After the peak hours, the traffic on the highway tends to thin out.
03
to lessen the flavor of a mixture
Transitive: to thin out a mixture or substance
Examples
She decided to thin the soup out by adding more broth.
