wane
verb (used without object)
to decrease in strength, intensity, etc..
have been waning
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present perfect progressiveof wane.present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Fed officials held steady on rates last month to take stock of how past increases are affecting the economy as inflation pressures have been waning.
From Reuters ● Jul. 5, 2023
U.S. cereal sales have been waning for years as consumers moved to more portable products, like energy bars.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 21, 2022
Such shows have been waning in importance because auto companies have decided to avoid the expenses and unveil vehicles at their own events.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 19, 2021
Auto shows have been waning in importance because auto companies have decided to avoid the expenses and unveil vehicles at their own events.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 17, 2021
There have been encouraging signs that new infections in New York have been waning in recent days, with a flattening in the rate of hospital admissions.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 10, 2020
