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recede

[ri-seed] / rɪˈsid /


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The combination of high prices and slower wage growth means Americans have to make do with less, at least until inflation begins to recede again.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

The current marine heat wave technically began in May 2025, shrank as expected last fall, but then did not recede back from the coast and remained off Southern California, Leising said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Even after reopening, the airports are unlikely to return to full capacity anytime soon, and only if fuel prices recede as hoped.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

After the sun came up, "we watched the water recede little by little" before the fire department arrived, Mikey said.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

They may recede for a while, but they always return.

From "Shouting at the Rain" by Lynda Mullaly Hunt




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