subtract

IPA: sʌbtrˈækt

(transitive, arithmetic) To remove or reduce; especially to reduce a quantity or number

Examples of "subtract" in Sentences

Please remember to subtract the total number of hours spent on each task from the overall project deadline
To find the difference between the two numbers, you need to subtract the smaller value from the larger one
The teacher asked the students to subtract 5 from the original number and write down the result
When you subtract unnecessary items from your to-do list, you'll feel less overwhelmed and more productive
It is important to subtract any potential fees or expenses from your budget before finalizing your financial plan