verb
gradually become smaller or thinner toward one end
adjective
having a gradually decreasing thickness or width
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The doctor recommended a gradual tapering of the medication to avoid any adverse effects.
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I'm slowly tapering off my caffeine intake to see if it helps me sleep better.
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I heard she's tapering down on partying because she wants to focus on her studies.
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The road ahead seemed to be tapering off into the distance, disappearing into the horizon.