Pronunciation: /dɪˈklaɪn/
noun a gradual and continuous loss of strength, numbers, quality, or value
A1 The decline in sales has affected the company's profits.
A2 She noticed a decline in the quality of the products.
B1 The decline of traditional industries has led to job losses in the region.
B2 There has been a steady decline in the population of the small town.
C1 The decline in public trust towards the government has become a major concern.
C2 The decline of the once-thriving neighborhood was evident in the abandoned buildings and empty streets.
verb to diminish in strength, number, quality, or value
A1 She declined the offer to join the club.
A2 He declined the invitation to the party.
B1 The company's profits started to decline after the economic downturn.
B2 The athlete's performance began to decline as he got older.
C1 The quality of customer service has been in decline for the past year.
C2 The politician's popularity has been steadily declining in recent polls.
formal The company experienced a decline in profits last quarter.
informal I noticed a decline in the number of customers coming into the store.
slang His popularity took a major decline after the scandal.
figurative As the sun began to set, the light started to decline in the evening sky.
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