as in decreases
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
as the noise of the siren subsided, I was able to fall back to sleep
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Recent Examples of subsides
After the laughter ringing through the room subsides, though, Abela does allow for a moment of reverence — for the HBO drama if not for the disreputable people who populate it.
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Matt Brennan,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
Then the climax subsides for a lovely coda of strings, accompanied by a denouement in which the now casually clad, contemporary-looking singer smashes up her play set in the apartment where she’s presumably been brooding over all this stuff.
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Chris Willman,
Variety,
22 May 2026
In fact, transparency mode eventually turns itself off until the wind subsides.
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Mark Knapp,
PC Magazine,
8 May 2026
To better determine the value of locking in a mortgage rate now – or waiting until this current volatility subsides – borrowers need to start with an understanding of where mortgage rates stand right now, as of May 8, 2026.
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Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
Place small bowls of beans or grounds around the space until the smell subsides.
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Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
7 May 2026
When their happiness subsides, Spurs will worry about the severity of the injuries suffered by Dominic Solanke and Xavi Simons, with both forced off at Molineux.
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Jay Harris,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
Fundamental advantages remain Analysts, however, remain cautiously optimistic if the conflict subsides within weeks.
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John Liu,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2026
As the furor over the October 7th attack and the Gaza war subsides, such gatherings have become easier to organize, several Beth El members told me.
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Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
Matt Brennan,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
Then the climax subsides for a lovely coda of strings, accompanied by a denouement in which the now casually clad, contemporary-looking singer smashes up her play set in the apartment where she’s presumably been brooding over all this stuff.
—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
22 May 2026
In fact, transparency mode eventually turns itself off until the wind subsides.
—
Mark Knapp,
PC Magazine,
8 May 2026
To better determine the value of locking in a mortgage rate now – or waiting until this current volatility subsides – borrowers need to start with an understanding of where mortgage rates stand right now, as of May 8, 2026.
—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
Place small bowls of beans or grounds around the space until the smell subsides.
—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
7 May 2026
When their happiness subsides, Spurs will worry about the severity of the injuries suffered by Dominic Solanke and Xavi Simons, with both forced off at Molineux.
—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
Fundamental advantages remain Analysts, however, remain cautiously optimistic if the conflict subsides within weeks.
—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2026
As the furor over the October 7th attack and the Gaza war subsides, such gatherings have become easier to organize, several Beth El members told me.
—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for subsides
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As the storm moves away, this likelihood decreases.
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Excessive solitary masturbation decreases intimacy between couples in long-distance relationships.
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Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
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As shame diminishes, confidence can grow.
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Broadway ticket sales held steady last week as the newish season eases into the post-Tony summer weeks, with Chess posting strong figures during its final week and Celebrity Autobiography doing the opposite during its last bow.
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Long before the sun climbs high, a boat eases into the waters of Lake Maumelle.
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As opposed to the first film, where a good girl falls for a bad boy, the sequel turns the concept upside down, with Pfeiffer playing the bad girl who falls for a good boy.
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Municipal workers are developing a new low-level drinking water connection to supply the city's approximately 7,300 residents, hotels, businesses and the golf course as the lake level falls, Geller added.
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Nine-year-old Elizabeth’s summer break takes a wild turn when her little brother Leo vanishes into the jungle.
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During this car ride, the antagonism between the two men vanishes.
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What Research Shows About Cancer in Dogs While there is no evidence that turkey tail shrinks tumors, the mushroom has drawn real scientific interest as a complementary therapy for serious illness.
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Gas cars’ cost advantage shrinks as fuel prices rise.
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Kojima Productions declines to share more information on Kier's involvement, though filming has now properly begun with the actors on OD.
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Democratic voters are more likely to vote by mail than Republicans so stand to benefit in future elections if the Supreme Court declines to get involved.
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