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as in subsided
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
the sound of sirens receded as the fire engines roared off into the distance
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as in retreated
to move back or away (as from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable)
after the rain stops, the floodwaters should gradually recede
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Recent Examples of receded
Joshua Boak, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
The investigator said once the waters receded and the situation became more apparent, the groundskeepers started to help rescue people.
—Ashley Killough, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
The mass anti-government protests that rocked the country in the weeks before the war have, at this time, receded.
—Sarah Dean, NBC news, 25 Apr. 2026
Although airborne incursions have receded since 2022, the Ministry of Defence has recorded a 30% increase in Russian submarines entering UK waters in the past two years.
—Alan Crawford, Bloomberg, 20 Apr. 2026
As the plume’s chemical profile changed, different types of microbes bloomed and then receded in a sort of ecological relay race.
—Jeffrey Marlow, New Yorker, 5 Apr. 2026
Though the movement has receded since the filing of the racketeering charges and the opening of the training center, the name Tortuguita is still invoked at anti-police protests, and the activist's image has become a common sight in murals and flyers across Atlanta.
—ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
Now that the war is here, the space for pragmatism has receded.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 1 Apr. 2026
As the water receded into the Linden Creek, a mess was left behind.
—Chris Hoffman, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
Verb
Oil prices and shipping probably will not return to normal until the risk of attacks in the strait has receded, said Kaho Yu, head of energy and resources at risk intelligence company Verisk Maplecroft.
—Joshua Boak, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
The investigator said once the waters receded and the situation became more apparent, the groundskeepers started to help rescue people.
—Ashley Killough, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
The mass anti-government protests that rocked the country in the weeks before the war have, at this time, receded.
—Sarah Dean, NBC news, 25 Apr. 2026
Although airborne incursions have receded since 2022, the Ministry of Defence has recorded a 30% increase in Russian submarines entering UK waters in the past two years.
—Alan Crawford, Bloomberg, 20 Apr. 2026
As the plume’s chemical profile changed, different types of microbes bloomed and then receded in a sort of ecological relay race.
—Jeffrey Marlow, New Yorker, 5 Apr. 2026
Though the movement has receded since the filing of the racketeering charges and the opening of the training center, the name Tortuguita is still invoked at anti-police protests, and the activist's image has become a common sight in murals and flyers across Atlanta.
—ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
Now that the war is here, the space for pragmatism has receded.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 1 Apr. 2026
As the water receded into the Linden Creek, a mess was left behind.
—Chris Hoffman, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for receded
Adjective
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The game became more competitive after the first delay, but the Irish couldn’t overcome a litany of mistakes: three interceptions, two lost fumbles, one missed field goal and a handful of dropped passes.—
Tyler James,
Indianapolis Star,
2 May 2020
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Diffuse impact Problems are likely to range from dropped connections to slow downloads or loss of video feeds.—
Scott Moritz,
Fortune,
8 Mar. 2020
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Since 2015, the ground in parts of the Tulare Lake area has subsided more than 6 feet, while part of the Tule area has dropped more than 7 feet.—
Ian James,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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Now that the euphoria of David Pastrnak’s overtime game-winner has now subsided, the Bruins get back to the business of staving off elimination at the hands of the Buffalo Sabres in Friday’s Game 6 at the Garden.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
30 Apr. 2026
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Frank Sinatra entertained at his Twin Palms estate; Marilyn Monroe retreated here between films, and Elvis and Priscilla Presley honeymooned in an A-frame hideaway steps from downtown.—
Christina Pérez,
Vogue,
8 May 2026
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After 20 minutes or so, the protesters retreated.—
Brian Boucher,
ARTnews.com,
6 May 2026
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He was slowed early in his recovery from a knee injury and then saw a decreased role in the rotation in the last month, playing only seven minutes in three tournament games.—
Joseph Duarte,
Houston Chronicle,
28 Mar. 2026
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Just like in humans, salmonella exposure can sicken pets, causing lethargy, bloody diarrhea, vomiting, fever and a decreased appetite.—
Jeremy Tanner,
The Hill,
2 Mar. 2026
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The unlikely union lasted 10 years and the mutual admiration between the two famed figures never diminished.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
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While the immediate flood threat has diminished, rain is expected to persist along the Mid-Atlantic coast.—
Francie Ebert,
NBC news,
7 May 2026
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Days after four Republican candidates withdrew from the upcoming Platte County election and launched independent campaigns, the county’s Republican committee announced plans to censure those candidates and deem them unwelcome within the party.—
Jenna Ebbers,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2026
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Polling from March shows Becerra with just 3% of the vote, indicating a 7-point increase for Becerra between then and Emerson’s most recent survey, conducted right after Swalwell withdrew.—
Douglas Schoen,
Oc Register,
8 May 2026
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Researchers believe inbreeding led to depressed survival rates in pups.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Sam is very depressed and feels lonely and isolated.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
25 Apr. 2026
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But they were felled by poor shooting Friday, making just 35% overall and were particularly bad from long range.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
2 May 2026
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But before he was felled at age 68 by a heart attack, Joiner had shared what was in the briefcase with the lead Louisiana State Police investigator on the case, Stefan Montgomery, Joiner's son and the LSP confirmed.—
Stephanie Gosk,
NBC news,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Receded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/receded. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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