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subside

[suhb-sahyd] / səbˈsaɪd /


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Soon enough, the fires subside and we cart my grandparents back across town to their apartment.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

But the brashest experiments in cut-rate flying might subside for years, given shortages of pilots, airport slots, and just about everything else they depend upon.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

Planes have been grounded for hours waiting for threats to subside.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

With a two-hour launch window, there will be a hope that any clouds, potential showers and strong winds may subside or stay far enough away that there will be a weather window.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

I rub her back, making shushing noises until her tears finally subside into jerky hiccups.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen




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