declined
Pronunciation: [dɪˈklaɪnd]
Word
Context: "refusal"
(verb) to say no to something or to not accept an offer. When someone asks you to do something, and you decide not to do it, you have declined their request.
Example
She declined the invitation to the party because she had other plans.
Example
He did not decline the job offer; he accepted it with enthusiasm.
Example
Did you decline the offer they made to you?
Context: "decrease"
(verb) to become less or lower in number, quality, or strength. Like when your favorite team’s chances of winning get reduced over time.
Example
Over the years, the number of people smoking has declined significantly.
Example
The amount of pollution did not decline; it actually increased last year.
Example
Have the prices declined since the summer?
Context: "lifespan"
(verb) when health or strength gets worse as time goes on. This is like when a person's body doesn't work as well as it did when they were younger.
Example
As he grew older, his physical ability declined but he remained active.
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Her health did not decline suddenly; it took many years.
Example
Do you think your energy levels will decline as you age?
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