dwindles

present tense third-person singular of dwindle
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Recent Examples of dwindles That aforementioned hope dwindles when Natalia finds Kristine’s book at the library, only to find her existence has been erased from the Barnett family. Barry Levitt, Time, 9 Apr. 2025 However, as programs are slashed, staff are laid off, and federal oversight dwindles, the consequences for students, teachers, and schools are becoming alarmingly clear. Scott White, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025 As church attendance across the board nationally dwindles, Lambert stays staunchly devoted to his church's values. Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025 But others see a rising tide lifting all teams across the league, that as local TV money dwindles, national media revenue explodes. Mike Vorkunov, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025 As the remaining preseason slate rapidly dwindles, his Opening Day outlook grows bleaker. Gabrielle Starr, Hartford Courant, 9 Mar. 2025 During a battery's lifespan, its usable power storage capacity dwindles. Matt Robison, Newsweek, 24 Feb. 2025 The bulk of the snow will fall Saturday morning before the storm dwindles in the afternoon and dissipates overnight. Lauren Penington, The Denver Post, 23 Jan. 2025 Employees don’t necessarily reduce their work output, but their enthusiasm fades, their curiosity dwindles, and their emotional connection to their work diminishes. Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dwindles
Verb
  • Your healthcare provider may prescribe a topical corticosteroid medication that reduces scales, redness, swelling, and itchiness.
    Laura Schober, Health, 4 Jan. 2025
  • Ionic technology reduces frizz while dual bristles detangle and glide through hair for a silky smooth blowout every time.
    Vacation, refinery29.com, 4 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 11 Apr. 2025
  • Reducing consumer spending and industrial activity —both significant energy consumers — diminishes the demand for oil and gas.
    Michael Khouw, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • With fewer women in assistant coaching roles, the pool of experienced candidates for head coaching positions naturally shrinks.
    Lindsey Darvin, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
  • The multiple shrinks with the new TV deals kicking in for 2025-26.
    Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 18 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The bet is that even if cable TV vanishes, Bravo the brand can survive.
    Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The summer camp atmosphere of careless afternoons and camaraderie slowly vanishes as Gustavo witnesses those around him deteriorate.
    Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 20 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • If the issue falls outside your skillset, call a plumber to inspect and repair the sprinkler system.
    Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2025
  • His visit to the referee training course falls the day after the Commonwealth Day Service of Celebration at Westminster Abbey in London, which was especially momentous as Princess Kate and King Charles attended for the first time in two years.
    Janine Henni, People.com, 11 Mar. 2025

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“Dwindles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dwindles. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.

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