declining (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: dɪˈklaɪnɪŋ
Definition
Becoming smaller, fewer, or less, often in a way that is gradual or steady.
Examples
The company's profits have been declining for three consecutive quarters.
Public trust in politicians is sadly declining.
We've seen a significant declining trend in youth smoking rates.
How to Use declining
- decline in (prepositional phrase)
- A decrease in the amount or quality of something. — "There has been a sharp decline in sales."
- decline to (prepositional phrase)
- To refuse to do something. — "He declined to answer the question."
- decline of (prepositional phrase)
- The process of becoming less or weaker. — "The decline of the Roman Empire is a complex historical topic."
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