to decrease the amount of something you use
减少使用某物的数量 (jiǎnshǎo shǐyòng mǒu wù de shùliàng)
"Try to use less of water while washing dishes."
"在洗碗时尽量少用水。" (zài xǐ wǎn shí jǐnliàng **shǎo yòng** shuǐ.)
to find peace or reassurance in something or someone
to create a sense of calm and balance in your mind
to stay strong and persistent during hard times
to do someone else’s job temporarily
to have control or authority over a country or people
to continue progressing with clear goals and motivation