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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3
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
Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 8 May 2025
Her dad walked over to her, his overgrown mustache and flip flops standing out in a gym of fades and Jordans.
—Aaron Heisen, Oc Register, 11 May 2025
Daniel Dockery, Vulture, 11 July 2025
But if that dream fades, the ones who usually find longevity are the ones who find that role.
—Tony Jones, New York Times, 11 July 2025
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Verb
The firm advises brands to capitalize on consumer desire for versatile, long-lasting designs, balancing classic silhouettes with natural fades and authentic worn effects for everyday staples.
—Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 8 May 2025
Her dad walked over to her, his overgrown mustache and flip flops standing out in a gym of fades and Jordans.
—Aaron Heisen, Oc Register, 11 May 2025
Noun
The dog’s powers fade away, and so does any hint of the name.
—Daniel Dockery, Vulture, 11 July 2025
But if that dream fades, the ones who usually find longevity are the ones who find that role.
—Tony Jones, New York Times, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fade
Verb
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Winter's influence in deeper waters is also disappearing, with shifts in fall overturn and winter cooling that could impact the lake's ecosystem.—
Caitlin Looby,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
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Acute hives might pop up in one spot and disappear within a few hours, only to show up somewhere else.—
Chloe Castleberry,
Flow Space,
23 July 2025
Verb
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Rising sea temperatures compound the damage, triggering bleaching events that cause coral to expel their life-giving algae.—
Ashlee Marie Preston,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Paper towel pulp may be bleached during this process or left unbleached and natural.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 July 2025
Verb
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This weakens their ability to educate, create, and grow.—
Miguel Cardona,
Time,
21 July 2025
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This could help verify recent findings from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) that suggest this strange force is actually weakening over time.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
20 July 2025
Noun
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As with any Mercedes with Pinnacle trim level, the central dash integrates a remarkable touchscreen interface with elegant, subtle yet very clear graphics.—
Mark Ewing,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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The economist also advised buyers to double-check with dealers on where vehicles were assembled, since manufacturers often have different assembly locations for different trims of the same model.—
Tribune News Service,
Boston Herald,
19 July 2025
Verb
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Rogers, a 35-year-old mother of five, vanished overnight on July 3, 2015, when she was last seen by her boyfriend, Houck, at his family farm, PEOPLE previously reported.—
Nicole Acosta,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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The moment 3-year-old tuxedo cat Minnie returned home after vanishing for several weeks has been caught on camera, melting hearts online.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
Verb
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Meanwhile lactic acid, a gentle exfoliant, brightens the skin.—
Jessica Kasparian,
SELF,
21 July 2025
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Holding the door, offering a genuine compliment, or expressing gratitude can brighten someone else’s day and shift your own mindset in the process.—
William Arruda,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
Verb
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This reaction forms harmful compounds known as advanced glycation end products (AGEs), which can damage collagen fibers and potentially promote wrinkles and sagging skin.8 5.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
25 July 2025
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Unlike cheaper chairs at this price point (even the Snow Peak!), the mesh lets air flow through and conforms to your body without soaking or sagging.—
Chris Haslam,
Wired News,
16 July 2025
Noun
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This is my third year testing the latest crop of pickleball paddles, and the 2025 models have made another leap forward.—
Martin Cizmar,
Wired News,
20 July 2025
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Too quick of a shift could lead many aging rice farmers to just retire, while large commercial farms may need more incentives to switch back to producing mainly rice over other crops.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
18 July 2025
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“Fade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fade. Accessed 31 Jul. 2025.
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