Begin
Begin verb - To take the first step in (a process or course of action).
Fading away is an antonym for begin.
Nearby Word: beginning
Fading away
Fading away noun - Gradually diminishing in brightness or loudness or strength.
Both terms in one sentence
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Dead to Begin With: As impatiently explained by Shana, the original Yuji's life was consumed before the anime started, and he is just a Torch—the remainder of that lifeforce, a placeholder to preserve the balance while quietly fading away.
Source: Light Novel / Shakugan no Shana
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