as in declines
a usually gradual decrease in the pace or level of activity of something
the downpour continued for hours without letup
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One of the most influential explanations for why desire thrives (or declines) over time comes from self-expansion theory, developed by psychologists Arthur and Elaine Aron, which argues that humans are motivated to grow, learn and broaden their sense of self throughout life.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026 -
Orlando, Jacksonville, Nashville, Phoenix — the cities with the most new permits issued in 2023 — also posted the steepest rent declines since.—
Ivan Barratt,
Fortune,
14 June 2026
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The stunt took place just yards from the waterfalls, where fast-moving water rushes toward steep drops.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
11 June 2026
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Combine 2 cups of water, 1 teaspoon of liquid soap, 10 drops of peppermint oil, and 10 drops of garlic extract in a spray bottle and shake well.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
11 June 2026
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That’s why slowdowns feel less productive.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2026
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At the time, the trade body was concerned about slowdowns in supply chains and more staff shortages, as air traffic controllers had been working without pay.—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
3 June 2026
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The microbes were exposed to accelerations of up to 13 times Earth's gravity, a six-minute weightless period at around 162 miles (260 kilometers) altitude, and punishing decelerations reaching 30 g while spinning about 220 times per second during descent.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
12 Oct. 2025
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That equates to 4,000 braking events during the 24-hour race, and the carbon discs are required to perform perfectly every time, even in decelerations exceeding 124 mph (200 kmh).—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
10 July 2025
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“Letups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/letups. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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