TAPER (OFF) Synonyms: 76 Similar and Opposite Words

taper off

verb

as in to decrease

to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually at this time of the year, light begins to taper off a little earlier each day

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Recent Examples of taper off The sharp tanginess of the vinegar tapers off when cooked, lending subtle brightness to dishes. —

Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 12 Mar. 2026 The analysis showed bacterial diversity recovered the fastest in the first two years after people took antibiotics; the rate of recovery tapered off after that point. —

Lori Youmshajekian, Scientific American, 11 Mar. 2026 The storm will make travel in the foothills and mountains difficult on Friday before tapering off Friday night. —

Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026 Iran’s missile-and-drone volleys are tapering off somewhat as launchers are destroyed and inventories expended, but Shaheds are so simple that Iran will likely be able to keep manufacturing and firing them in small numbers nearly indefinitely. —

Brynn Tannehill, The Atlantic, 4 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for taper off

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Guests can participate in coral reef restoration, ecological monitoring and other hands-on initiatives that help decrease The Nam Hai’s environmental footprint.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
The agency waived age limits for new recruits, relaxed its vetting process, and decreased the training period for incoming officers.

— Oriana van Praag, New Yorker, 28 Mar. 2026