taper
verb (used without object)
to become smaller or thinner toward one end.
will be tapering
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future progressiveof taper.future progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that will be taking place in the future.
Example Sentences
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"The afternoon commute, we believe, if people take their time about leaving, should be better, because the snow will be tapering off," Patrick told reporters.
From Reuters ● Mar. 8, 2013
