Abate and Sink

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Abate verb - To grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually.

Usage example: interest in the author's home abated as her novels waned in popularity

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Sink is a synonym for abate in decrease topic. In some cases you can use "Sink" instead a verb "Abate".

Nearby Words: abatement, abating

Sink verb - To become worse or of less value.

Usage example: his fortunes have steadily sunk since the breakup of his marriage

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Abate is a synonym for sink in fall topic. Sometimes you can use "Abate" instead a verb "Sink".

Nearby Words: sinking, sinker

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