Phrase guide
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noun
The limiting of damage resulting from an action when damage cannot be avoided.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
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noun
A department or group, as aboard a naval vessel, responsible for taking action to control damage caused by fire, collision, etc.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
Topics: nautical, transport
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noun
Any efforts, as by a company or organization, to curtail losses, counteract unfavorable publicity, etc.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
Qualifier: public relations
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Antonyms: none provided
noun
an effort to minimize or curtail damage or loss
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: control
History
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Across languages
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