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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 waning
Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 16 Jan. 2026
Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 21 Aug. 2025
Mark Dee
march 6, Idaho Statesman, 7 Mar. 2026
What to know about lunar phase As of March 6, the moon is over 90% full and in a waning gibbous phase after a full moon, as per the Old Farmer's Almanac.
—Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 6 Mar. 2026
As of March 5, the moon is more than 90% full and in a waning gibbous phase following a full moon, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.
—Eric Lagatta, AZCentral.com, 5 Mar. 2026
Tang Chhin, meanwhile, took a photo of the waning partial phase of the eclipse, as Earth's curved shadow slipped from the lunar disk, revealing the ancient lava plains of Mare Imbrium, Procellarum, Nubium and Humorum.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Verlaine and Rimbaud’s eleven-year age gap, their elopement, even the final, turbulent act of violence between them, make an appearance here, in the waning years of Nixon’s America.
—Taran Dugal, New Yorker, 4 Mar. 2026
Because of a bright waning gibbous moon on that night, many fainter meteors will be washed out, particularly in the northern latitudes.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 3 Mar. 2026
The War Powers Resolution was adopted in 1973 during the waning days of the Vietnam War.
—Tom Nichols, The Atlantic, 2 Mar. 2026
Fudd is embracing the final weeks of her college career and her waning opportunities to make an impact in a UConn jersey.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
Even better, the peak of this shower, which should produce on average between 8 to 10 meteors per hour, will arrive under dark skies thanks to a meager waning crescent moon.
—Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 16 Jan. 2026
Noun
But Wells points out that in addition to the natural waning of the virus, other public health measures, such as vaccination and isolation, are instrumental in stopping its spread.
—Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 21 Aug. 2025
Verb
Revisiting a hasty property tax reform House Bill 389 emerged in the waning days of the 2021 legislative session, already the longest in Idaho history.
—Mark Dee
march 6, Idaho Statesman, 7 Mar. 2026
What to know about lunar phase As of March 6, the moon is over 90% full and in a waning gibbous phase after a full moon, as per the Old Farmer's Almanac.
—Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 6 Mar. 2026
As of March 5, the moon is more than 90% full and in a waning gibbous phase following a full moon, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.
—Eric Lagatta, AZCentral.com, 5 Mar. 2026
Tang Chhin, meanwhile, took a photo of the waning partial phase of the eclipse, as Earth's curved shadow slipped from the lunar disk, revealing the ancient lava plains of Mare Imbrium, Procellarum, Nubium and Humorum.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Verlaine and Rimbaud’s eleven-year age gap, their elopement, even the final, turbulent act of violence between them, make an appearance here, in the waning years of Nixon’s America.
—Taran Dugal, New Yorker, 4 Mar. 2026
Because of a bright waning gibbous moon on that night, many fainter meteors will be washed out, particularly in the northern latitudes.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 3 Mar. 2026
The War Powers Resolution was adopted in 1973 during the waning days of the Vietnam War.
—Tom Nichols, The Atlantic, 2 Mar. 2026
Fudd is embracing the final weeks of her college career and her waning opportunities to make an impact in a UConn jersey.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for waning
Adjective
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While pruning, remove any winter damage, along with dead and declining growths, to allow new shoots to reform the plant.—
Tom MacCubbin,
orlandosentinel.com,
6 Mar. 2021
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In order to reopen, counties must demonstrate declining prevalence of COVID-19, testing ability of 30 tests per 10,000 residents per week, contact tracing and isolation facilities.—
Fox News,
Fox News,
15 May 2020
Noun
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Choose weather-resistant rugs like polypropylene to prevent mildew and fading.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2026
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Score decorative pillows by Sunbrella and Kelly Clarkson Home that resist moisture and fading, offering comfortable lounge accessories that add a pop of color—and when temperatures drop, there’s even an outdoor-friendly throw blanket.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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There are some recent signs that HALO trading has been decreasing.—
Devika Rao,
TheWeek,
10 Mar. 2026
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Luckily, Sleep Week brings the best mattress sales, at least partially decreasing the strain on your wallet.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Garden centers aren't giving a refund for a dying or dead plant but rather a discount on a new purchase.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
17 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Curling, drooping, or yellowing leaves can indicate overwatering, while drooping and wilting leaves indicate underwatering.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2026
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These two are the sole remaining bright spot on this quickly wilting season.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Puerto Rico is missing Francisco Lindor and Carlos Correa due to insurance restrictions, considerably diminishing their firepower, but have solid pitching and the advantage of playing at home in their group stage.—
J.J. Bailey,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Palomar’s 48 partner agencies are similarly affected by diminishing VOCA funds.—
Maddy Keyes,
The Frontier,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The state graded the campus an F for three consecutive years, meaning two more failing grades could trigger an intervention.—
Noah Alcala Bach,
San Antonio Express-News,
1 Jan. 2026
Verb
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But, by the end of May, the issue was not subsiding.—
Evan Grant,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Mar. 2026
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By Wednesday, the disruptions seemed to be subsiding, with nearly 200 grounded, according to the flight tracking website FlightAware.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Waning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waning. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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