Example Sentences

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"Dollar supply from goods trade is dwindling, while dollar needs for energy imports, raw materials, dividends, foreign debt payments and seasonality needs remain significant," he told AFP on Wednesday.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Now that the tariffs have kicked in and front-loaded inventory is dwindling, economists expect companies to pass on tariff costs to consumers and export less to the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 1, 2025

While support for the monarchy is dwindling, Canadians still overwhelmingly prefer rejoining Britain as a colony than becoming the 51st state.

From Salon • May 26, 2025

"Time is not on our side. It's coming up to 50 years since all this happened, and the number of people who knew them is dwindling every year," he said.

From BBC • Sep. 4, 2024

But the hope that kept the grief at bay is dwindling, slipping away with each word she speaks.

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth