Dwindle and Spend

Dwindle

Dwindle verb - To make smaller in amount, volume, or extent.

Spend and dwindle are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Spend" instead a verb "Dwindle".

Nearby Word: dwindling

Spend

Spend verb - To make complete use of.
Usage example: the town has already spent its budget for snow removal, and it's only January

Dwindle and spend are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Dwindle" instead a verb "Spend".

Nearby Words: spent, spending, spender, spendable

Both words in one sentence

  • Spend most of your life ruled by another... watch your race dwindle to a handful... and then... tell me what has more meaning than your own strength!?
    Source: Motive Rant
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