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The phrase "able to reduce population" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts discussing methods or strategies that can lead to a decrease in population numbers, such as in environmental, social, or economic discussions.
Example: "The new policy is designed to be able to reduce population growth in urban areas by promoting family planning and education."
Alternatives: "capable of decreasing population" or "able to lower population numbers".
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The world's most difficult problems would be greatly ameliorated if we were able to reduce population, and this notion should be discussed.
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Several pieces of evidence suggest that the Italian ban has been able to reduce the population exposure to passive smoking.
I support all non-coercive efforts to reduce population growth.
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For example, Virginia has been able to reduce its prison population by 25% with little impact on public safety through intelligent use of risk assessment techniques.
"I suggest you can look at other places, for example, New York – how New York [has] successfully been able to reduce its jail population, while at the same time reducing the size of police force, while at the same time reducing the amount of criminal behaviour".
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