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as in reducing
to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent
the long winter dwindled our supply of firewood to practically nothing
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as in decreasing
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
our hopes dwindled as the reports of more casualties came in
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Recent Examples of dwindling
That, combined with projections of dwindling fish supplies in coming decades, resonated with her.
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Edwin Flores, NBC News, 31 Dec. 2024
Despite dwindling cases, total success has proven elusive.
—Sam Mednick, Chicago Tribune, 30 Dec. 2024
They were finally evacuated from the islands totally in the 1980’s due to their dwindling numbers and shrinking habitat from development.
—Jessica Farthing, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2024
After Corbin Burnes signed with the Arizona Diamondbacks, the market for aces is dwindling more each day.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
Human encroachment has fragmented their habitats, forcing lions to navigate dangerous territories and compete for dwindling resources.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
Test cricket for many countries isn't financially viable and dwindling in popularity, as can be gleaned by the slim crowd of 3600 at Centurion, which means series are played over a tight timeframe of two matches.
—Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
Wind turbines move in unison as the pinkish, dwindling light of dusk washes over them.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 28 Dec. 2024
Staying ahead of cyber threats against dwindling resources requires highly motivated teams that stick together during difficult moments.
—Phillimon Zongo, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Edwin Flores, NBC News, 31 Dec. 2024
Despite dwindling cases, total success has proven elusive.
—Sam Mednick, Chicago Tribune, 30 Dec. 2024
They were finally evacuated from the islands totally in the 1980’s due to their dwindling numbers and shrinking habitat from development.
—Jessica Farthing, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2024
After Corbin Burnes signed with the Arizona Diamondbacks, the market for aces is dwindling more each day.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
Human encroachment has fragmented their habitats, forcing lions to navigate dangerous territories and compete for dwindling resources.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
Test cricket for many countries isn't financially viable and dwindling in popularity, as can be gleaned by the slim crowd of 3600 at Centurion, which means series are played over a tight timeframe of two matches.
—Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
Wind turbines move in unison as the pinkish, dwindling light of dusk washes over them.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 28 Dec. 2024
Staying ahead of cyber threats against dwindling resources requires highly motivated teams that stick together during difficult moments.
—Phillimon Zongo, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dwindling
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State governments, as well as drug manufacturers, provide financial help to the uninsured, often reducing the cost of PrEP medicines to zero.James K. Glassman, Boston Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
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Studies show these reforms—reducing minimum parking requirements, legalizing ADUs, and simplifying permitting processes—resulted in more housing.Adam A. Millsap, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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However, as the FOMC has cut interest rates since last summer, that risk though material today, is diminishing.Simon Moore, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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The consequences could be catastrophic for content creators, diminishing their web traffic and revenue potential.Marc McCollum, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Scientists behind the research, published Wednesday in the journal Royal Society Open Science, suggest that the odyssey may be linked to climate change — which is affecting ocean conditions and depleting food stocks — or possibly a shift in mating strategies.Hannah Peart, NBC News, 11 Dec. 2024
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However, the country’s oil is fast depleting and even optimistic estimates suggest that the most lucrative reserves will be depleted within the next 30 years.Saleem H. Ali, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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Mature markets like California, Colorado, and Oregon are shrinking in sales and tax revenue.Andrew DeAngelo, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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The pool of available CPAs has been shrinking as Baby Boomers and some Gen Xers retire.Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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The Governor of Smolensk Region claims that all drones were successfully shot down, and the fire was caused by falling debris.George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
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The ants’ stunning medical abilities have the potential to help where human ones are falling short.Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Dec. 2024
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