1
as in subsides
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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2
as in withdraws
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 recedes
And as this relative role recedes, Washington has not compensated by stepping in to lead on rule making.
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Evan A. Feigenbaum, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Wang relinquishes her post as narrator and recedes into the background, quietly observing Payá and her friends.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Nov. 2024
Another sign of success will be when the AI recedes into the background and becomes yet another tool for enabling humans to achieve their goals more effectively and efficiently.
—Joe McKendrick, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
That aspect recedes as the pathos creeps in, gradually building to an unhinged crescendo.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
September usually brings relief to heat-weary Phoenix, as fall arrives and monsoon humidity recedes.
—Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 1 Oct. 2024
Time slows, noise recedes, and the music comes into focus.
—Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 30 Sep. 2024
As that image recedes, the capacity diminishes for the United States to present itself as a model for others to emulate.
—Richard Haass, Foreign Affairs, 5 June 2020
Evan A. Feigenbaum, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Wang relinquishes her post as narrator and recedes into the background, quietly observing Payá and her friends.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Nov. 2024
Another sign of success will be when the AI recedes into the background and becomes yet another tool for enabling humans to achieve their goals more effectively and efficiently.
—Joe McKendrick, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
That aspect recedes as the pathos creeps in, gradually building to an unhinged crescendo.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
September usually brings relief to heat-weary Phoenix, as fall arrives and monsoon humidity recedes.
—Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 1 Oct. 2024
Time slows, noise recedes, and the music comes into focus.
—Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 30 Sep. 2024
As that image recedes, the capacity diminishes for the United States to present itself as a model for others to emulate.
—Richard Haass, Foreign Affairs, 5 June 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recedes
Verb
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Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Apr. 2025
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Reducing consumer spending and industrial activity —both significant energy consumers — diminishes the demand for oil and gas.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
10 Apr. 2025
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The bet is that even if cable TV vanishes, Bravo the brand can survive.—
Alex Weprin,
The Hollywood Reporter,
23 Dec. 2024
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The summer camp atmosphere of careless afternoons and camaraderie slowly vanishes as Gustavo witnesses those around him deteriorate.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
20 Dec. 2024
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If the issue falls outside your skillset, call a plumber to inspect and repair the sprinkler system.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Mar. 2025
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His visit to the referee training course falls the day after the Commonwealth Day Service of Celebration at Westminster Abbey in London, which was especially momentous as Princess Kate and King Charles attended for the first time in two years.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
11 Mar. 2025
Verb
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With fewer women in assistant coaching roles, the pool of experienced candidates for head coaching positions naturally shrinks.—
Lindsey Darvin,
Forbes,
21 Dec. 2024
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The multiple shrinks with the new TV deals kicking in for 2025-26.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
18 Dec. 2024
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“Recedes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recedes. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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