WASTES (AWAY) Synonyms: 27 Similar and Opposite Words

wastes (away)

verb

present tense third-person singular of waste (away)

as in fades

to lose bodily strength or vigor the tuberculosis resulted in her simply wasting away

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Biologically, a plant starts to prepare for seed production once a flower fades.

— Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 15 Sep. 2026
The background star gradually brightens and then fades as the two stars move out of alignment.

— Thomas Fauchez, The Conversation, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of fades

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Unfortunately, using too little paint will leave patchy areas and harsh lines, and using too much paint will promote drips and paint that sags.

— Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 6 July 2026
There is no scrapeable archive of how to grasp a wet cup, unload a box that sags in the middle, fold a towel, or help an older adult out of a chair.

— Robert J. Szczerba, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026

Definition of sags

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Under that framework, 50% of income goes toward needs such as housing and utilities, 30% is reserved for discretionary spending and 20% is dedicated to savings and investments.

— Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026
In the younger woman’s presence, Rita finds that the ominous ticking clock in her mind goes silent.

— Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of goes

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If all else fails, go limp and curl up into the fetal position, protecting your head and core with your arms and legs.

— David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 18 Sep. 2026
Whichever team fails to take the division may land on the outside of the playoff picture, so Houston still has plenty to play for.

— Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 18 Sep. 2026

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