Definition: Abatement is the act of reducing or eliminating something, such as taxes on income, by paying it back to the government.

As an abatement agent for environmental remediation, Sarah approached the client with a deep concern about the air pollution in their new building. The client had recently moved into a high-rise apartment complex that emitted excessive levels of industrial gases, polluting the environment and causing respiratory problems among the residents. Sarah was tasked with assessing the situation and identifying potential sources of emissions from the property. Upon investigation, she discovered an underground gas tank that had been neglected for years, allowing it to accumulate over time, emitting harmful fumes into the air. Sarah understood the gravity of the situation and immediately informed the client about their concern and recommended they seek assistance in addressing this issue. Together with a team of experts, Sarah worked tirelessly, conducting research on the source of the gas tank's emissions. She was determined to address this problem promptly and ensure that the environment would be left clean and healthy for future generations. The client appreciated her dedication and professionalism, which ultimately led to the installation of a new HVAC system, ensuring that the building remained safe and comfortable for everyone living there. The abatement process took several months, but Sarah was able to complete it within the agreed timeframe. She had also managed to find funding from the city's environmental department, which would have been difficult without it. In the end, her efforts were well received by the community, who appreciated the swift action taken and felt relieved that their environment was being maintained in a better state. The experience with Sarah was both humbling and empowering. She had faced a daunting challenge but managed to overcome it, proving that with dedication and persistence, we can create positive change for our planet.

Definition: Abatements are often seen as symbols of decay, destruction, or loss in literature and art.

The sun was setting on the horizon, casting long shadows across the verdant fields below. It was midday, and a young girl had been walking home from school with her mother in tow. She looked up at the sky, gazing intently at the stars. Suddenly, something caught her eye - a dark shape moving towards them. Her mother turned to face her daughter, who was still looking at the stars. "There's a bat," she said, pointing to the dark figure that was rapidly approaching. The girl looked around in shock and terror. She had never seen such an incredible creature before, with its wings as long as her legs, and eyes as large as saucers. Her mother looked at her, concerned but also intrigued by what they were seeing. "Is it real?" she asked, whispering. The girl shook her head. "No," she said. "It's a phantom bat." As the creature approached them, their mothers screamed in terror and confusion. The girl turned around, tears streaming down her face. "I can't believe what I just saw!" she cried. Her mother held onto her daughter tightly, trying to calm her down. But as she did so, the girl's fear grew stronger. She had never seen anything like it before - a phantom bat that seemed to move through the air and make sounds like tiny whispers. The two women then looked at each other in shock, unsure of what to do next. They knew they had to get her mother back home, but they also knew they would have to confront the bat itself. As they walked towards their house, they could hear the bat's haunting song echoing through the streets. And so it was that the two women began to chase the bat down the street, using all their strength and courage to try to outrun its terrifying presence. Despite being chased by a phantom bat for hours, their mother refused to give up until she found her daughter safe in the house. When they finally reached her, her mother was overcome with relief and sorrow at seeing her daughter so safely back home. As the two women hugged each other tightly, tears streaming down their faces, they knew that whatever came next would be a journey of healing for both of them.