disappearing

Example Sentences

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The classic summer job has been disappearing for nearly half a century, ever since teen labor-force participation peaked at 57.9% in 1979.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

In contrast, imagine a purely three-dimensional elephant that flashes into the room for an instant: a cross-sectional moment in the life of an existing elephant, appearing and disappearing like a ghost.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

Guidance for ministers says disappearing messages are permitted as long as they don't affect record keeping or transparency.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

One New York Times report made the rounds particularly because of its opening anecdote about the candidate disappearing at a critical juncture because he needed a nap.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

He ran, his white nightshirt disappearing into the darkness.

From "Worth" by A. LaFaye