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withering

[with-er-ing] / ˈwɪð ər ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
shriveling
Synonyms


ADJECTIVE
devastating
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So it wasn't surprising that Jung found ready allies in the community who had also noticed the ginkgo's withering leaves.

From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026

And in return, they surely will win a third consecutive championship against a withering and overmatched group of pretenders that could add Skubal only in their dreams.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 2, 2026

Waller framed the concern bluntly this month: “Sternly staring at inflation until it melts before our withering gaze is not an option.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026

Tucker’s four-year contract, lucrative as it is, was not accompanied by a withering spotlight.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2026

Edelman gave Daniel a withering look, and Boaz decided he suddenly liked him a lot more.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny




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