Example Sentences

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In general, VIX continues to reflect some worries, but they are diminishing slightly.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

And there are some signs that subsequent market swings are diminishing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

And near-empty screening rooms in recent days suggest that viewer numbers are diminishing amid a mostly hostile — if not outright indignant — audience.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 1, 2025

“It is crooked. But it is also they are diminishing themselves” exclaimed Joe Rogan on Friday's episode of his podcast "The Joe Rogan Experience."

From Salon • Oct. 28, 2024

Sometimes there are conflicts with the police, but these are diminishing in number every year.

From Socialism and Democracy in Europe by Orth, Samuel P.