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Reduce to doing

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Desperate SituationsPlay
Use it when someone has no choice but to do something undignified or unwanted due to bad circumstances. SlideAfter the earthquake, the residents were reduced to living in makeshift tents.
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Negative EmotionPlay
Implies feelings of sadness or disappointment, often resulting from a significant downgrade in situation or status. SlideAn elite athlete, she was reduced to coaching peewee soccer after the injury.
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Emotional ImpactPlay
Can indicate an action that causes a strong emotional reaction like crying or desperation. SlideThe relentless criticism reduced him to tears.