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to abridge
01
to make a book, play, etc. short by omitting the details and including the main parts
Examples
The play was abridged for the school performance, focusing on the key scenes.
02
to decrease, reduce, or restrict something, often by cutting down its size, duration, or range
Examples
The company policy aims to abridge unnecessary meetings, ensuring employees have more time for productive tasks.
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