1
as in disappears
to cease to be visible
the departing ship gradually faded over the horizon
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as in bleaches
to make white or whiter by removing color
years of harsh sunlight had faded the car, which was once fire-engine red
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as in weakens
to lose bodily strength or vigor
began to fade after battling the disease for years
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Recent Examples of fades
Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 20 Sep. 2025
Popularity fades quickly if a leader avoids tough calls.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Gun safety PACs should act now before momentum fades.
—John J. Donohue, Time, 15 Sep. 2025
As the afterglow of the midyear continental tournaments fades back into seasonal play in global women’s soccer, there’s been a trend of superlative record-breaking, from the youngest professional goal scorers to the most lucrative transfer fees.
—Tamerra Griffin, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
If an online trend fades or followers are lost, the name tends to lose steam as well.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 10 Sep. 2025
As consumer sentiment fades, tariffs push prices higher and shoppers hunt for more value, Wall Street believes that TJX Companies is a clear winner.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 7 Sep. 2025
Midnight blue, a heavier shade, has been favored in recent years as the summer fades and fall approaches.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
Darker or lighter patches of skin after the rash fades, called post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH).
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
As the air turns crisp and the daylight fades a little earlier each evening, the season invites us to slow down and savor the outdoors.
—Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 20 Sep. 2025
Popularity fades quickly if a leader avoids tough calls.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Gun safety PACs should act now before momentum fades.
—John J. Donohue, Time, 15 Sep. 2025
As the afterglow of the midyear continental tournaments fades back into seasonal play in global women’s soccer, there’s been a trend of superlative record-breaking, from the youngest professional goal scorers to the most lucrative transfer fees.
—Tamerra Griffin, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
If an online trend fades or followers are lost, the name tends to lose steam as well.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 10 Sep. 2025
As consumer sentiment fades, tariffs push prices higher and shoppers hunt for more value, Wall Street believes that TJX Companies is a clear winner.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 7 Sep. 2025
Midnight blue, a heavier shade, has been favored in recent years as the summer fades and fall approaches.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
Darker or lighter patches of skin after the rash fades, called post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH).
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fades
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In his account of an Essex owl evening, all senses seem to merge, and all distinction between animate and inanimate disappears.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 Sep. 2025
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Second, the stigma of asking a question and demonstrating a lack of understanding disappears as students begin to interact with their personalized tutor.—
Steve Grubbs,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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This special assurance for a specific competitor weakens competition.—
Alden Abbott,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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This is seen in conditions such as rickets, which softens and weakens the bones, often seen in children.—
Anthea Levi,
Health,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Sport and Performance trims are both available with 9-speed automatic transmissions or 6-speed manual transmissions, while the NISMO is only available with the 9-speed automatic.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
10 Sep. 2025
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After six decades of cuts, trims, stories and laughter, Ramona’s beloved barber Wayne Channon has retired.—
Stephanie Ogilvie,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Continue reading … URGENT SEARCH – Army Special Operations Black Hawk vanishes in Washington as rescue mission intensifies.—
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FOXNews.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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Performance dips, costs rise and visibility vanishes.—
Lori Thomas,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Apple explains that ti lifts and brightens skin tones and adds an extra touch of vibrancy throughout the image.—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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This creamy, cheesy soup also brightens cold weather with its pretty green hue.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Slater goes deep twice The list of batters who can claim legitimate ownage against Kershaw is small.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
20 Sep. 2025
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The same goes for its overall profile, though, there’s a lot going on in its front fascia—the side venting is seemingly there for function, but the massive grille is… a lot.—
Peter Nelson,
Forbes.com,
20 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Bardot bangs and Old Hollywood bobs have also been red-carpet staples recently.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
15 Sep. 2025
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The pompadour eventually found its way into the fashion muse’s beauty aesthetic, as did micro bangs, bleach-blond highlights, bowl cuts and bobs.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The only thing that occasionally dulls his pain is opioid use, as the British prison has a thriving drug-trading industry involving a variety of goods and services.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
12 Sep. 2025
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This etching makes a countertop easily stain and dulls the surface.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Fades.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fades. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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