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wane

/weɪn/ verb, noun · British & US
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What does wane mean?

verb, noun

To decrease or become less in amount, degree, or strength; to decline or dwindle. A gradual decrease or decline in size, amount, or strength.

Example

"The company's profits began to wane as the market became increasingly competitive."

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