as in deterioration
a change to a lower state or level
a surprising ebb in the quality of workmanship in goods coming from that country
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as in to deteriorate
to become worse or of less value
the fortunes of the town slowly ebbed as factory after textile factory closed
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as in to decrease
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
the howling winds ebbed as the hurricane moved into the interior
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Recent Examples of ebb
Andy Naylor, The Athletic, 14 Aug. 2024
The quicker the curve un-inverts, and the quicker inflation ebbs, the easier his task will be, and the better markets will ultimately do.
—Kelly Evans, CNBC, 25 Nov. 2024
Ben Ansell, NPR, 20 Dec. 2024
My insomnia and the strange sky at dawn melded together to create a hallucinatory experience: the lights were moving, disappearing, ebbing, flowing.
—Kayla Aletha Welch, Longreads, 19 Nov. 2024
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Noun
The Italian’s two-season reign, ended by mutual consent at the end of the campaign, finished on a low ebb with one win in the last 10 games.
—Andy Naylor, The Athletic, 14 Aug. 2024
The quicker the curve un-inverts, and the quicker inflation ebbs, the easier his task will be, and the better markets will ultimately do.
—Kelly Evans, CNBC, 25 Nov. 2024
Verb
Not much of a decline to be sure — only back to the levels of the mid-1990s — but the tide of democratization has ebbed.
—Ben Ansell, NPR, 20 Dec. 2024
My insomnia and the strange sky at dawn melded together to create a hallucinatory experience: the lights were moving, disappearing, ebbing, flowing.
—Kayla Aletha Welch, Longreads, 19 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ebb
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Algorithms are used to predict patients' risk of death or deterioration, to suggest diagnoses or triage patients, to record and summarize visits to save doctors work, and to approve insurance claims.Darius Tahir | KFF Health News, ABC News, 10 Jan. 2025
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The measures, which include banning the maintenance of the aircraft and the supply of new planes, are likely to continue the deterioration of Russia's aviation industry.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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Inspectors noted that dish racks had deteriorated with significant debris buildup.Hannah Poukish, Sacramento Bee, 10 Jan. 2025
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Without timely investments in the city’s future, Pembroke Pines will surely deteriorate as some other Broward cities have.Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2025
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Revenues grew three times faster, sales costs decreased by 50% and customer service costs dropped by 80%.Daniel Khachab, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Because of this, experts recommend prioritizing foods shown to decrease inflammation, such as vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, whole grains, fish, lean poultry, and healthy fats like olive oil and avocado.Brittany Risher, SELF, 8 Jan. 2025
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Luminate’s data revealed that the minutes watched of certain programs like Receiver, the follow-up to Quarterback, and season two of Full Swing had sharp declines.Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 14 Jan. 2025
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Rudkin is seen by a section of the fanbase as the man who should be held accountable for Leicester’s decline, particularly after some poor recruitment and spending decisions.The Athletic UK Staff, The Athletic, 14 Jan. 2025
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Such an act of nature would only worsen the already-disastrous circumstances LA citizens are dealing with right now.Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 16 Jan. 2025
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The possible financial obligations due to the Child Victims Act could worsen a mounting fiscal crisis in Maryland.Gary Collins, Baltimore Sun, 16 Jan. 2025
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Though the storm largely subsided by Tuesday morning, another weather system forecast is expected to spread a wintry mess from Texas to the East Coast later this week, which means people likely won't be able to put down the shovels anytime soon.Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
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Seek help from a healthcare provider if your baby exhibits any signs of an allergic reaction that don’t subside on their own with time.Laura Dorwart, Verywell Health, 7 Jan. 2025
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Red and declinations to rust and burgundy at Ferragamo and Bottega Veneta.WWD, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019
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Thomas said the sheriff's office presented the case to the district attorney's office for declination purposes only because of Suff's prior convictions and death sentence.Tim Stelloh, NBC News, 15 Aug. 2024
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From crumbling drainage systems to outdated technologies, urban spaces need fresh ideas and investments to keep up with the demands of modern living.Rhett Power, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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Perpetually in search of funding, the M.T.A. has put off essential infrastructure repairs for decades, allowing century-old subway tunnels and tracks to crumble.Ana Ley, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2025
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“Ebb.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ebb. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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