“As the magical properties of the salve reach the center of the pain, the pain begins to lessen and finally disappears.”

“Many cinematic techniques are used in an attempt to lessen the impact of the violence or to make it seem more artistic.”

“Small amounts of alcohol may increase your metabolic rate and lessen the amount of calories your body absorbs from food.”

“An unwavering sense of purpose, or destiny, motivates many impostors, and even exposure rarely lessens this desire.”

“Keep in mind that once it rains, the crabs and fish will probably move more towards the entrance as the salt content upstream lessens.”

“When the conflict is so easily resolved, it lessens the tension and lowers the stakes of the story.”