recedes
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But a referee recedes into the background only when players know how he’ll call the game.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
Any resistance from producers or on-air talent recedes once they learn how much money e-commerce takes in, according to one veteran at the division not authorized to discuss the matter publicly.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 19, 2026
"As the spacecraft continues its journey after the flyby, we'll continue calibration imaging of Mars for the rest of the month as it recedes into the distance."
From Science Daily ● May 26, 2026
Second, when young people, like any other disaffected group, stop turning to law enforcement to address disputes, they often stop cooperating with police, they choose to solve problems themselves, and due process recedes even further.
From Slate ● Apr. 27, 2026
Eventually, the rainy season is over and the flood recedes, leaving behind wet, muddy ground.
From "First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers" by Loung Ung
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