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taper

[tey-per] / ˈteɪ pər /


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California’s wet winter continued Sunday with the heaviest rain expected in the afternoon and evening, and more rain forecast for Monday before it tapers off Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service.

From Los Angeles Times

The soggy weather is expected to continue through Tuesday with the heaviest downfalls tapering off by midday Monday, according to the National Weather Service.

From Los Angeles Times

Winter Storm Watch posted for significant snow Sunday, tapering Monday morning.

From Salon

County on Friday, with showers tapering off late in the evening.

From Los Angeles Times

Showers are expected to taper off by late Friday evening with dry and warmer weather returning through the middle of next week.

From Los Angeles Times