- present participle of weaken.
weakening
Example Sentences
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While this has slightly reduced expectations for overall capacity growth across Europe, the adjustments appear measured rather than a sign of weakening demand, the analysts add.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026
Despite the volume, however, SpaceX’s 5.35% bonds weren’t rallying but rather weakening as investors demanded more spread, or extra compensation to offset the perception of their growing risks.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 26, 2026
Another encouraging technical development is the bullish RSI, or relative strength index, divergence that formed in March and May — often a sign that downside momentum is weakening.
From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026
With the results prior to Monsanto, it seemed like the movement that was supposed to free private enterprise from regulatory overreach was also weakening the shield that regulatory power provided.
From Slate • Jun. 25, 2026
Akira felt her grip weakening, her butt sliding in the saddle.
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
