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  • past tense form of decay.
  • past participle of decay.
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decayed



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Yet, despite this surge of security personnel, basic living conditions have only decayed.

From Slate Aug. 11, 2026

The silver permanently turns the decayed part of the tooth dark.

From Science Daily Jul. 29, 2026

“Remote and hybrid work used to be a privilege, but its benefits over in-person work have decayed across the board,” Chris Martin, senior economist at Glassdoor, told MarketWatch.

From MarketWatch Jun. 27, 2026

Pyne added the tree would not immediately disappear, and as it decayed over the next few decades, would provide a home to many animals and plants.

From BBC Jun. 17, 2026

His eyes were glazed over, his lips parched, decayed.

From "Night" by Elie Wiesel




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