Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with lessen in American Collocation
very much
considerably
greatly
significantly
Support for continuing the war now lessened considerably.
gradually
gradually
Social tensions have gradually lessened in the region.
a little
slightly
somewhat
The impact of this announcement was lessened somewhat by the events which were to follow.
effect of something
burden
effect
impact
This dramatically reduces transport costs, lessens the impact on the environment and diverts waste away from landfill sites.
chance of something happening
chance
likelihood
risk
By incorporating a day of rest into your training, you lessen your chance of injury.
unpleasant situation or feeling
disruption
pain
stress
suffering
tension