weaken

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At the same time, the rise in energy prices is set to weaken growth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

The decision, in the midst of the biggest oil shock since the 1970s, is likely to weaken OPEC, dominated by the UAE's neighbour and rival Saudi Arabia, indicating further turbulence for markets, analysts said.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

The AI model revealed that particle size does affect how quickly these forces weaken.

From Science Daily • Apr. 23, 2026

The leak follows Feldstein Soto’s efforts to weaken the state’s public records law after the release of many police officer photos and other materials, which she demanded be returned.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Her knees would weaken, and she would have to go somewhere and lie down.

From "A Thousand Splendid Suns" by Khaled Hosseini