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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a tentative decrease in" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing a possible or uncertain reduction in a particular variable or measurement.
Example: "The report indicates a tentative decrease in sales over the last quarter, but further analysis is needed to confirm this trend."
Alternatives: "a possible decline in" or "a provisional reduction in".
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The major phenotypes induced by the RIP::IGF-1 transgene in GHR-KO mice were (i) an increase in insulinemia, (ii) a normalization of insulin sensitivity, (iii) a normalization of metabolic rate (e.g. increased respiratory quotient), (iv) a tentative decrease in spontaneous activity (i.e. total distance covered), and (v) a normalization of memory function.
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At its core, Sling TV is a tentative step in the right direction.
The parties reached a tentative settlement in August.
Flight attendants rejected a tentative agreement in 1999.
Although there is strong consensus in considering smoking increases as unhealthy behaviours that increase the risk of early death, we are more tentative in our interpretation of a decrease in body weight.
Their two-song interlude began in slight uncertainty, with a tentative "In a Sentimental Mood".
Ultimately, he accepted Delphine's offer in June 1991, and set a tentative release date in November.
A tentative ceasefire was in place by evening.
But decreases were measured too, including a 19percentt decrease in reports of criminal mischief and an 11percentt decrease in menacing.
I estimate a 20% decrease in profit".
Thats a 30% decrease in four years.
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