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
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If your energy dips, take a brief stretch, then return to the task with a lighter touch and clearer purpose.
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Our Favorite Ways To Use Up Leftover Onions From frittatas and dips, to soups and more, there are plenty of ways to make good use of those leftover onions.
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There's been some stumbling plays, thwarted by tripping and dramatic falls.
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At this outlet — a falls made of lacy terraces — Duke Kobe, our 19-year-old guide that day, caught his 5¼-pounder.
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The World Cup continues with two downhills and a super-G in Italy next weekend.
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The prospect of Shiffrin pairing with Lindsey Vonn, who’s excelled in the downhills this season, to fight for USA gold surely has NBC execs salivating.
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The route includes some short ascents and descents and takes place on a variety of paths, including pavement, loose gravel, and forest trails.
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During certain portions of the race, competitors are forced to scramble on all fours while navigating steep inclines and narrow descents.
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Oil prices extended declines on Friday as more tankers exited the Strait of Hormuz, easing supply concerns.
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The declines dragged Wall Street’s tech-heavy Nasdaq down by nearly 4% over five days to Wednesday, with chip-makers the worst affected.
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“Declivities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/declivities. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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