New series tend to be the work of directors who are often reduced (and I do mean reduced) to the role of writers and show runners, who convey much of the directorial work of their series to others, to noticeable and regrettable effect.
They are often reduced in winter to eating pine needles.
Proposed rate increases are often reduced by state officials.
Significant historical episodes are often reduced to little more than sound bites.
The big book fairs are often reduced to this game of Chinese whispers.
She faces up to 50 years in jail, though sentences are often reduced after conviction.
When expressed, such sentiments are often reduced to gripes about immigration and the EU.
As a result, broadcasters' "scoops" are often reduced to who follows Twitter most diligently.
And the income taxes are often reduced by large deductions, such as for depreciation.
If human beings feature at all, they are often reduced to a blur.
But lawyers say the initial awards are often reduced after being reviewed by the trial judge.
