dwindling
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Mountain lions’ numbers have been dwindling as healthy lions get killed by vehicles while trying to access other areas, experts say.
From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026
Although spending has remained solid, slowing wage growth and dwindling savings are a concern, particularly as gasoline prices have pushed up inflation and continue to rise.
From Barron's • May 4, 2026
Indeed, the film mirrors real-life developments in the world of journalism - staffing cuts, dwindling print numbers and digital domination.
From BBC • May 1, 2026
He sees crude in short supply, with a lack of exploration and dwindling reserves for major oil companies.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 2026
The sea behind was a patchwork of black water and phosphorescent foam, and the last of the burning zeppelin’s flames were dwindling into nothing as it sank.
From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman
Vocabulary lists containing dwindling
Compound Fracture
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