as in decreased
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
in the course of the evening the storm steadily waned
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Recent Examples of waned
As bebop waned and funk and rock music arrived, the 1970s and early ’80s witnessed a shift, not only in sound but also in the way onlookers behaved.
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Jenny Adams, CNN Money, 5 Oct. 2025
However, its status as a gourmet ingredient has waxed and waned over time.
—Sara Rosenthal, Denver Post, 30 Sep. 2025
Spurgeon still creates chances at a decent clip, but his ability to drive offense and produce has waned.
—The Athletic Nhl, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Young guided the offense on a touchdown-scoring drive to begin the matchup, but his effectiveness waned as the Patriots piled on points.
—Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2025
As the sun set and happy hour waned, the dedicated customers raced to the bar for a thirteen-dollar combo of Orion, a refreshing Okinawan lager, and a shot of Suntory whiskey.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 26 Sep. 2025
But the genre’s dominance has waned.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Sep. 2025
Byrd’s effectiveness waned over the final six weeks.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Sep. 2025
With the ascent of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman a decade ago and the implementation of reforms that have transformed Saudi society and culture, the mufti’s power waned.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 24 Sep. 2025
Jenny Adams, CNN Money, 5 Oct. 2025
However, its status as a gourmet ingredient has waxed and waned over time.
—Sara Rosenthal, Denver Post, 30 Sep. 2025
Spurgeon still creates chances at a decent clip, but his ability to drive offense and produce has waned.
—The Athletic Nhl, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Young guided the offense on a touchdown-scoring drive to begin the matchup, but his effectiveness waned as the Patriots piled on points.
—Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2025
As the sun set and happy hour waned, the dedicated customers raced to the bar for a thirteen-dollar combo of Orion, a refreshing Okinawan lager, and a shot of Suntory whiskey.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 26 Sep. 2025
But the genre’s dominance has waned.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Sep. 2025
Byrd’s effectiveness waned over the final six weeks.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Sep. 2025
With the ascent of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman a decade ago and the implementation of reforms that have transformed Saudi society and culture, the mufti’s power waned.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 24 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for waned
Verb
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Educator turnover in Wisconsin public schools has decreased from pandemic highs but remains elevated.—
Kayla Huynh,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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After just a few minutes on each arm, the soreness had noticeably decreased, and my arms looked more defined and less puffy, especially near the underarm area where water retention tends to settle.—
Francesca Krempa,
StyleCaster,
4 Oct. 2025
Verb
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There was some concern about Mayfield’s status for the Bucs’ Week 5 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks, but those worries were likely subsided after Mayfield was a full participant in Thursday’s practice.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Aquifers collapsed, fertile plains subsided, and deserts spread.—
Nik Kowsar,
Time,
2 Oct. 2025
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That risk includes the fact that the role required a dramatic physical transformation—involving facial prosthetics to better resemble Kerr, which could’ve diminished his usual appeal.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
9 Oct. 2025
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In some cases, immunity from prior vaccination may have diminished over time, leaving them more susceptible if vaccine coverage falls and infections spread more widely.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Onscreen, a bridezilla sent an equivalent table soaring through a banquet hall, felling at least one chandelier.—
Vince Aletti,
New Yorker,
3 Oct. 2025
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They’re supposed to do fine in extreme heat and snow, though residents of other cities have had to rescue them when they’ve been felled by weather.—
Scottie Andrew,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Nearly nine decades after Amelia Earhart vanished over the Pacific Ocean, a new expedition may finally offer an answer to one of aviation’s most enduring mysteries.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Oct. 2025
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In a daring escape a few months later, Bishnoi vanished, allegedly to settle a blood debt for a slain cousin, according to local media reports.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Beverage makers are grappling with consumers’ desires for healthier fare, and sales of beer and soda have ebbed.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
29 Sep. 2025
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Then as floodwaters slowly ebbed away, seeds for the harvest could be sown.—
Vanessa Taylor,
Big Think,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Waned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waned. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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