Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

decline

[dih-klahyn] / dɪˈklaɪn /






Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The decline in the dollar last year changed the calculus for investors.

From The Wall Street Journal

But the firm expects the decline to be offset by higher product prices, especially as it pushes to expand sales of its premium offerings.

From The Wall Street Journal

Iran’s Mission at the United Nations in New York declined to comment.

From The Wall Street Journal

Detractors said lions were increasingly feasting on livestock as their prey, such as deer, has declined, and some expressed concerns about the safety of pets and loved ones.

From Los Angeles Times

The latest poor performance puts all the major averages on track for weekly declines of more than 1%.

From Barron's