wilting
Example Sentences
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The hosts' lead was two points at the break, but two superb tries within five minutes of the restart, combined with England's set-piece wilting in the final quarter, sealed Steve Borthwick's side's fate.
From BBC ● Jun. 19, 2026
The world No. 1 was eliminated in the second round of the French Open after wilting in brutally hot Parisian conditions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 28, 2026
He was visibly wilting now as Fritz sealed his place in the second week.
From Barron's ● Jan. 24, 2026
Think frittatas or egg bakes, perfect for dispatching vegetable scraps, wilting herbs, bits of cheese or that lone slice of bacon that’s been begging for a job.
From Salon ● Dec. 28, 2025
He turned away, his usually proud form wilting from the weight of his fear.
From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh
