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noun

Definition of ebbsnext
plural of ebb
as in declines
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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ebbs

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verb

present tense third-person singular of ebb
1
as in deteriorates
to become worse or of less value the fortunes of the town slowly ebbed as factory after textile factory closed

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2
as in subsides
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 Synonyms for ebbs
  1. diminishes
  2. worsens
  3. falls
  4. eases
Verb
  • This retinol face serum diminishes fine lines and wrinkles while repairing skin tone and texture.
    Jessica Copeland, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2024
  • The absence of live faculty feedback and oversight diminishes the credibility of the student’s achievement.
    Ray Ravaglia, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of diminishes
Verb
  • This type of pain is persistent and gradually worsens over time.
    Julie Scott, MSN, People.com, 2 Oct. 2024
  • As Karin’s condition slowly worsens, and friends come to say farewell at one last birthday party, the poor kid goes through all the stages of grief at once.
    Leslie Felperin, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Sep. 2024
Definition of worsens
Verb
  • Ocean Sun has developed a flexible floating rig that rises and falls with the waves.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 21 Oct. 2024
  • The demonic aspect of the show falls heaviest on Linda (Julie Bowen), Dylan’s mom, who begins feeling — and experiencing — an evil presence around her.
    Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of falls
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  • The eruv, as the perimeter is called, eases Orthodox Jewish residents' Shabbat restrictions.
    Sophie Carson, Journal Sentinel, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The Scalp Relief Tonic, in particular, eases itchiness and inflammation quickly with the help of soothing cica, chamomile, and rosemary oil, while hydrating panthenol, glycerin, and hyaluronic acid help prevent future dryness and flakiness from occurring.
    Devon Abelman, Allure, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of eases
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