DECLIVITIES Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

declivities

noun

plural of declivity

as in dips

a downward slope the cabin is precariously perched on a declivity of the mountain's northern face

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Noun

Jalapeños, guacamole, salsas recalled Products including various jalapeños, guacamole, salsas and dips have been recalled across dozens of state in connection to an ongoing salmonella outbreak.

— Melina Khan, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
Very simply put, fade the rips and buy the dips has led to much near-term success.

— Jay Woods, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of dips

Noun

That’s partly because poor balance often leads to falls, which, for older adults, can initiate a domino effect of physical and mental decline.

— Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2026
Those who keep it are less likely to experience falls, have better heart health, and are generally more likely to live longer, healthier lives.

— Mike McRae August 24, New Atlas, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of falls

Noun

But the paint allegedly became slippery in the sun, and three riders, including one known as a master of descents, crashed.

— Eric Klinenberg, New Yorker, 17 Aug. 2026
The relentless Carapaz pressured the American on the descents and put himself in the position to profit.

— Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 25 July 2026

Definition of descents

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In The Anxious Generation, Jonathan Haidt argues that overparenting and excessive screen time are driving declines in youth mental health.

— Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
This summer, the school board approved plans to close or consolidate nine more campuses – the most ever in one year – as enrollment declines and ensuing financial pressures stretch the district thin.

— Austin Horn, Miami Herald, 22 Aug. 2026

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