tapered
Example Sentences
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These claims had risen steadily for several years and almost reached a post-pandemic high of 2 million last fall, but they have since tapered off.
From MarketWatch
Inflation has tapered to 1.7% annually, which may impel the European Central Bank to cut interest rates below their current 2%.
From Barron's
The tooth, which was wide at the base, tapered to a wicked point.
From Literature
Then, as fishing and farming seasons tapered off, many ventured upstream to find seasonal work along the wider stretches of the river.
From Literature
For now, the geopolitical risk premium, which had been supporting oil prices, appears to have tapered off.
From Barron's
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