fading
Britishnoun
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During the 2025 postseason, Randle shook his reputation for fading in the playoffs, crediting his perseverance to a mentality instilled in him many years earlier by Bryant.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2026
Economic growth forecasts are fading, with Q2 GDP estimates dropping to 2.8% and May wage growth cooling to 3.4%.
From Barron's • Jun. 17, 2026
The researchers also uncovered the mechanism responsible for sea silk's distinctive golden color and its remarkable resistance to fading.
From Science Daily • Jun. 12, 2026
That enthusiasm started fading in the 1970s as construction costs rose and the growth of electricity demand slowed.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
He pushed his hair out of his face, his smile fading.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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