petered out
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Vostu eventually petered out, but it was a good learning experience for the budding entrepreneur and investor.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 30, 2026
China, a key fuel provider to the global economy, has slashed exports as crude supplies from the Middle East have petered out.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 7, 2026
Asian markets slipped Monday as last week's late tech recovery petered out, with traders turning their focus to the upcoming earnings season.
From Barron's ● Jul. 6, 2026
His career petered out following a series of serious knee injuries and the Brazilian announced his retirement a decade ago, yet commentators still talk about the trick.
From BBC ● Mar. 24, 2026
The massive wave overtopped the seawall but petered out after about 300 yards, long before it reached any buildings.
From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland
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