Due to the economic crisis, the company decided to reduce everyone's salary.

His salary was reduced because the company's financial situation worsened.

This polynomial is represented in descending powers.

He was demoted.

He was demoted because of his poor performance.

The rain from the heavens washed away my heart.

He attempted to call the spirits of the dead using an ancient ritual.

He tried to call a spirit using an ancient ritual.

Acid rain destroys forests and has a serious impact on ecosystems.

The gutter was clogged, and the rainwater overflowed.