dwindle

Example Sentences

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How much materials for drone production Iran has stockpiled is unclear—but they will inevitably dwindle as the conflict drags on.

From Barron's

One vision is bleak: The new crop will dwindle rapidly, leading to a depleted grove and possible extinction due to drought, a warming climate and the fire-enhancing effects of a century of fire suppression.

From Los Angeles Times

Defense stocks usually rally ahead of a broader conflict, but gains typically dwindle after the start of the war — as was the case during both the Cold War and the Vietnam War.

From MarketWatch

However, its contributions to BioNTech’s top line have dwindled over the years and are expected to continue to do so.

From Barron's

The number of long-term investigations published by outlets with the resources to fund such pursuits has dwindled fast.

From Salon