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I . de·flate [dɪˈfleɪt] VB trans

1. deflate (release air):

to deflate sth balloon, ball

2. deflate (reduce):

to deflate sth
to deflate sb's hopes
to deflate sb's reputation

3. deflate (lose confidence):

4. deflate ECON, FIN:

to deflate sth

II . de·flate [dɪˈfleɪt] VB intr

deflate VB trans FINMKT

Specialized Vocabulary
deflate

Examples from the PONS Dictionary (editorially verified)

to deflate sb's hopes

Examples from the Internet (not verified by PONS Editors)

The high quality and durability of the equipment mean that natural resources are spared and energy is conserved.

If a ball cushion should deflate, however, customers can use the convenient disposal service provided.

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Die hohe Qualität und Langlebigkeit der Geräte schont natürliche Ressourcen und spart Energie.

Sollte ein Ballkissen dennoch mal Luft verlieren, können die Kunden es bequem bei uns entsorgen lassen.

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