declined

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Zelensky has been keen to publicise what he says was a first in the history of war - but Ukraine's military has declined to provide details of the operation.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

Historically, the S&P 500 has fallen 2% on average over the next 1 to 3 months and declined 53% of the time once that sentiment indicator is triggered, Kwon says.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

The tell clients in a note that net interest income fell 0.5% over the period and that margins declined at all four of Westpac’s divisions.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

San Francisco’s out-migration declined from tens of thousands per year during the pandemic emergency to about 100 people last year, while L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

His health declined in the 1880s, and he gradually restricted his work—all except his beloved gardening.

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee