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decline

[dih-klahyn] / dɪˈklaɪn /






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The state has gone some ways toward reversing the decline, with the figure rising to 66% in November 2024.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

Tesla stock gained, recovering slightly after a 6.6% decline on Friday.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

The reasons for that decline are the whole point that the media people themselves miss.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

She said her encounter with the businessman played a part in a decline in her mental health.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Perhaps I’ll be invited to lodge in the private cabin at some point, but I must decline.

From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys




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