1
as in to disappear
to cease to be visible
the departing ship gradually faded over the horizon
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2
as in to bleach
to make white or whiter by removing color
years of harsh sunlight had faded the car, which was once fire-engine red
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as in to weaken
to lose bodily strength or vigor
began to fade after battling the disease for years
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Recent Examples of fade
Nick Dothée, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
For most people, the effect is mild and fades as your body processes the caffeine.
—Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 30 Jan. 2026
Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
Scheffler hit only five of 14 fairways but was rarely out of position until the end of his round, twice being blocked by trees that required a hard fade on one how and a low slider around the trees on another at the 17th.
—Dallas Morning News, 22 Jan. 2026
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Verb
Abandonment had a sound — engine noise fading into Ventura Boulevard traffic.
—Nick Dothée, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
For most people, the effect is mild and fades as your body processes the caffeine.
—Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 30 Jan. 2026
Noun
It’s made from weather-resistant, heavy-duty plastic coated to look like real wood and is corrosion- and fade-resistant.
—Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
Scheffler hit only five of 14 fairways but was rarely out of position until the end of his round, twice being blocked by trees that required a hard fade on one how and a low slider around the trees on another at the 17th.
—Dallas Morning News, 22 Jan. 2026
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Lebanese Information Minister Paul Morcos said other issues remain to be resolved between the two countries, including the fate of Lebanese believed to have been disappeared into Syrian prisons during Assad's rule and the demarcation of the border between the two countries.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
31 Jan. 2026
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Three women, all with babies in their arms, find seats at a second common table in the backyard garden, joining others who’ve disappeared into laptop-headphones concentration mode.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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Whether hair is bleached, color treated, or frequently heat styled, this formula aims to minimize breakage, reduce frizz, and smooth the appearance of split ends for a healthier-looking finish.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
23 Jan. 2026
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Schjerfbeck also liked the way Degas bleached his pastels to deaden their tone.—
Zachary Fine,
New Yorker,
19 Jan. 2026
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The finance minister’s comments come after Takaichi sent a fresh warning on Sunday that the government will be ready to take action amid a weakening yen and surging bond yields.—
Mia Glass,
Bloomberg,
28 Jan. 2026
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Over the past day, the trough that was keeping the storm track far away from us here has weakened, allowing the track to be closer to us.—
Ron Smiley,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
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While automakers adjust to a non-subsidized landscape, shoppers are keenly aware of which brands include more features on lower and entry-level trims.—
Sasha Lekach,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The faux fur trim gives it an elevated touch, and the fuzzy pockets really seal the deal.—
Jamie Fischer,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Jan. 2026
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Roads crumble—of the 581 road repair projects initiated after Hurricane Maria struck in 2017, only 29 have been completed—while funds vanish.—
Israel Melendez Ayala,
Time,
30 Jan. 2026
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Based on the breakout indie horror game of the same name by David Szymanski, the story unfolds in a post-apocalyptic future following ‘The Quiet Rapture’, an event that causes stars and habitable planets to vanish.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
30 Jan. 2026
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Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops With niacinamide to brighten and a fresh watermelon scent that makes application feel instantly uplifting, these glow drops deliver smooth, natural-looking radiance.—
Allure Editors,
Allure,
28 Jan. 2026
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And since most of us are spending more time indoors during the colder months, adding something new to your home can help brighten even the darkest winter days.—
Jacquelyn McGilvray,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
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It’s covered in performance fabric that’s stain-resistant and easy to clean — a must for busy homes with kids or pets, and bolstered with supports to prevent the cushions from losing shape or sagging over time.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
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Since taking over as GameStop's CEO in September 2023, Cohen has dramatically cut costs, improved the retailer's profitability and grown its collectibles business, even as overall sales have sagged.—
Gabrielle Fonrouge,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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Producers across the state operate in a climate defined by drought cycles, extreme heat and increasing pressure on water resources, while managing land that often supports both crop and livestock production.—
Stephen Martin,
Oklahoma Watch,
31 Jan. 2026
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Repeat throughout the day for optimal aromatic results and a crop of compliments.—
Sarah Kinonen,
Allure,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Fade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fade. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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