Decline
Decline noun - A gradual sinking and wasting away of mind or body.
Plots
Both words in one sentence
- Consequently, the seventh season suffered a noticeable decline in quality (and ratings); silly, soapy plots dominated the season's first half, culminating in what many fans feel was the worst hour ever of L.A.
Source: Dork Age / Live-Action TV - However, increasing budgets and the rise of cable television led to a decline of quality to the point where the glory days were forgotten in favor of being Snark Bait among viewers for their low budgets, Strictly Formula plots, and bad acting.
Source: Made-for-TV Movie
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