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peters

Pronunciation: [ˈpiːtərz]

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Learn how to use peters in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “decline”

(verb) to become less or to fade away. Imagine when a party starts with lots of people having fun, but as time goes on, fewer and fewer people are there and the fun stops. That’s what it means when something peters out.

Example

The excitement for the new video game started strong but then peters out after a few weeks.

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The interest in the topic didn't peter out; it actually grew stronger over time.

Example

Why do you think the team's energy peters out as the game goes on?

Context: “name”

(noun) a surname that is common and can refer to many people. Just like how Smith is a common family name in English, Peters is another one. It usually tells you a bit about where their family comes from.

Example

Mr. Peters has been our neighbor for many years, and he is very kind.

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I haven't met anyone with the last name Peters who wasn't friendly.

Example

Is your friend's last name really Peters?

How to pronounce peters

Pronunciation: [ˈpiːtərz]

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