Example Sentences

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Adjusted operating margin had been declining, but in the fourth quarter rose to 45% from 43% the previous quarter.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

For decades these swampy trees had been declining rapidly as they were cleared for fish farms and housing.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent maintained that underlying inflation had been declining before the Iran conflict and would resume that pattern after one or two more months of higher prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Republican Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina had been declining to back Warsh until the probe is resolved, and his objection was enough to hold up the confirmation process.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 24, 2026

The Lady of Bethany THE sun had been declining for some hours, the glare of the earth had subsided, the fervour of the air was allayed.

From Tancred Or, The New Crusade by Disraeli, Benjamin, Earl of Beaconsfield