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to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
in the course of the evening the storm steadily waned
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Recent Examples of waning
Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 16 Jan. 2026
Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 21 Aug. 2025
Joe Rao, Space.com, 2 May 2026
Although surging investment in AI is boosting computer costs in the near term, analysts expect that waning consumer demand for hardware is likely to eventually bring prices into line as sellers compete for market share.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
The waning gibbous moon will be bright around the peak, so conditions will be tough for anything but the brightest meteors and occasional fireballs.
—Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2026
Long-standing book clubs in Los Angeles are a rarity — many flame out due to dwindling interest, scheduling conflicts and waning enthusiasm.
—Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Ever since the disastrous attempt to defend their crown the following season (the Blues were 16th in December when he was sacked), there has been an almost direct correlation between Mourinho’s star waning and his desperation to stay relevant increasing.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
The immune response is strong at younger ages, and there has not been evidence of significant waning protection.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
That buildup of mediocre results is now colliding with a waning interest in sustainability across industries.
—Kara McGrath, Allure, 22 Apr. 2026
This history shows an uneven picture of social change, as changes in girls sports were driven by the waxing and waning of 20th-century women’s rights movements.
—Michael A Messner, The Conversation, 22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Even better, the peak of this shower, which should produce on average between 8 to 10 meteors per hour, will arrive under dark skies thanks to a meager waning crescent moon.
—Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 16 Jan. 2026
Noun
But Wells points out that in addition to the natural waning of the virus, other public health measures, such as vaccination and isolation, are instrumental in stopping its spread.
—Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 21 Aug. 2025
Verb
On the morning of May 14, the 8% sliver of the waning moon will be positioned about 7½ degrees to the upper right of the red planet.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 2 May 2026
Although surging investment in AI is boosting computer costs in the near term, analysts expect that waning consumer demand for hardware is likely to eventually bring prices into line as sellers compete for market share.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
The waning gibbous moon will be bright around the peak, so conditions will be tough for anything but the brightest meteors and occasional fireballs.
—Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2026
Long-standing book clubs in Los Angeles are a rarity — many flame out due to dwindling interest, scheduling conflicts and waning enthusiasm.
—Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Ever since the disastrous attempt to defend their crown the following season (the Blues were 16th in December when he was sacked), there has been an almost direct correlation between Mourinho’s star waning and his desperation to stay relevant increasing.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
The immune response is strong at younger ages, and there has not been evidence of significant waning protection.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
That buildup of mediocre results is now colliding with a waning interest in sustainability across industries.
—Kara McGrath, Allure, 22 Apr. 2026
This history shows an uneven picture of social change, as changes in girls sports were driven by the waxing and waning of 20th-century women’s rights movements.
—Michael A Messner, The Conversation, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for waning
Adjective
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While pruning, remove any winter damage, along with dead and declining growths, to allow new shoots to reform the plant.—
Tom MacCubbin,
orlandosentinel.com,
6 Mar. 2021
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In order to reopen, counties must demonstrate declining prevalence of COVID-19, testing ability of 30 tests per 10,000 residents per week, contact tracing and isolation facilities.—
Fox News,
Fox News,
15 May 2020
Noun
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Plus, there’s a powder coating that prevents rust and fading.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2026
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While it’s made of weather-resistant wicker, shoppers recommend covering it during inclement weather to prevent fading.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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These changes were to be achieved by increasing the consumption of fruits and vegetables, decreasing the consumption of meat and eggs, and substituting nonfat milk for whole milk.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
30 Apr. 2026
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In addition, federal funding is decreasing.—
Kristina Rex,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Garden centers aren't giving a refund for a dying or dead plant but rather a discount on a new purchase.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
17 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Plant Diseases Soilborne fungal diseases can attack roots, causing sudden, permanent wilting.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2026
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April in Central Florida is commonly one of the drier months of the year before summer rains, showing itself instead with brown lawns, wilting bushes, burning forests and smoky skies.—
Martin E. Comas,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Fans’ attachment is largely to the kids, who aren’t kids anymore, and ’80s nostalgia, which is a diminishing resource.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
23 Apr. 2026
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The densest areas fragment first, diminishing further in size.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The state graded the campus an F for three consecutive years, meaning two more failing grades could trigger an intervention.—
Noah Alcala Bach,
San Antonio Express-News,
1 Jan. 2026
Verb
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But there were no signs that the conflict was subsiding.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Mar. 2026
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But, by the end of May, the issue was not subsiding.—
Evan Grant,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Waning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waning. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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