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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sinking

/sɪŋkɪŋ/ verb, present participle · British & US
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What does sinking mean?

verb, present participle

The act of going down or becoming submerged in a liquid, or the state of being in a downward motion. It can also refer to a decline or decrease in something, such as a financial situation or a person's health.

Example

"The ship was sinking rapidly, and the crew had to abandon it."

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