1
as in subsiding
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 retreating
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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as in retrogressing
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Recent Examples of receding
Max Ufberg, hazlitt.net, 4 Jan. 2025
The man turns a receding hairline into a character choice better than any actor in the business.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 26 Dec. 2024
This condition typically begins with a receding hairline and thinning at the crown.
—Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 16 Dec. 2024
In response to receding inflation, the Fed has reduced its benchmark interest rate at its last two meetings and is expected to announce another rate cut at its final 2024 meeting next week.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
In one, there is a long, receding highway beneath a leafy canopy road.
—Jerry Saltz, Vulture, 11 Dec. 2024
Economists say that will almost certainly push up consumer price inflation, which has been receding from nearly double digits in 2022 but remains about a percentage point above policymakers’ 2% target for core inflation.
—Don Lee, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
Advertisement Many think the Dodgers should be grateful to win the World Series this year and humbly behave like other recent defending champions by cutting corners and reducing costs and receding back into the pack.
—Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024
Sure, there’s some visual distinctiveness between the receding hairline and the large forehead.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 28 Nov. 2024
Noun
There’s a difference between a critic and a fan, but the line between them is receding from view.
—Max Ufberg, hazlitt.net, 4 Jan. 2025
The man turns a receding hairline into a character choice better than any actor in the business.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 26 Dec. 2024
This condition typically begins with a receding hairline and thinning at the crown.
—Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 16 Dec. 2024
In response to receding inflation, the Fed has reduced its benchmark interest rate at its last two meetings and is expected to announce another rate cut at its final 2024 meeting next week.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
In one, there is a long, receding highway beneath a leafy canopy road.
—Jerry Saltz, Vulture, 11 Dec. 2024
Economists say that will almost certainly push up consumer price inflation, which has been receding from nearly double digits in 2022 but remains about a percentage point above policymakers’ 2% target for core inflation.
—Don Lee, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
Advertisement Many think the Dodgers should be grateful to win the World Series this year and humbly behave like other recent defending champions by cutting corners and reducing costs and receding back into the pack.
—Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024
Sure, there’s some visual distinctiveness between the receding hairline and the large forehead.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 28 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for receding
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Three top concerns include elections and political turmoil that threaten progress, companies retreating or staying silent on DEI and ESG goals, and the rise of sustainability reporting that’s (temporarily) taking up companies’ time.—
Andrew Winston,
Harvard Business Review,
20 Dec. 2024
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Deporting millions of immigrants and retreating from global trade by implementing slogans like America First will not achieve these goals.—
Andy J. Semotiuk,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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The museum does not use this work as a discussion point per se, but welcomes children and mothers to the space with its hanging.—
Alexandra Bregman,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2025
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Later iterations include tapestries reflecting the legendary works of artists like Gustav Klimt and William Morris—styles that are still popular in today’s wall hangings.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 June 2025
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In December 2023, Congress passed a National Defense Authorization Act that aimed to block any president from unilaterally withdrawing from NATO without approval from the Senate or an act of Congress.—
Andy Biggs,
Newsweek,
26 Dec. 2024
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Diddy is expected to return to court on March 17 and will spend the holiday season behind bars after withdrawing his appeal for bail.—
Emma Aerin Becker,
People.com,
23 Dec. 2024
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But the same things that prevent parents from maintaining employment or housing — especially substance abuse and mental illness — often inhibit them from engaging in services, while also diminishing their ability to protect and care for their children.—
Emily Putnam-Hornstein and Naomi Schaefer Riley,
Twin Cities,
13 Apr. 2025
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After his round, the Irishman did not tolerate the media diminishing his spot in the tournament.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Apr. 2025
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However, the revival of games like Brawl Stars proves that decline is not inevitable.—
Pawan Gaargi,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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However, the decline in traditional alcohol consumption may be exaggerated.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
30 June 2025
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Ontario International Airport saw a 2.8% dip in international travelers from January to May 2025 from China, Mexico and Canada, while domestic traffic grew 1.1% over the same period.—
Pat Maio,
Oc Register,
3 July 2025
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The dip pairs well with both veggies and tortilla chips.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
3 July 2025
Verb
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Try to find a place that will block blowing or falling debris.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacramento Bee,
25 Mar. 2025
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That was after falling less than 13,000 fans short of 3 million in 2022.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Mar. 2025
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Where corporate criminal investigations resolve without filing any criminal charges (through a declination or deferred prosecution agreement), companies should expect victims to still voice their views loudly to the Justice Department and beyond.—
Lisa Zornberg,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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The changing declination also defines the daily arc that the sun takes across the sky, thereby accounting for the length of daylight.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
6 Feb. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Receding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/receding. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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