tapering off

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tapering off

The rain is tapering off as the sun begins to break through the clouds.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Gradually decreasing in amount, intensity, or degree until little remains: Describes a process of slow, steady reduction that eventually leads to a very small or negligible level.
Usage
  • The adjective "tapering off" is used to describe a trend, activity, or quantity that is in the process of diminishing slowly and steadily. It implies a gradual conclusion rather than a sudden stop.
  • It often functions as a predicate adjective following a linking verb like "is," "are," "was," or "were."
  • Example:
Examples
  • Adjective:
    • The rain became a tapering off drizzle before finally stopping.
    • We've seen tapering off interest in the product since the new version was announced.
    • His involvement in the project has been tapering off for months.
Advanced Usage
  • As a Verbal Concept: While "tapering off" is defined here as an adjective, it is crucial to note its common origin from the phrasal verb "to taper off." This verb form means .
    • The number of applications began to taper off in August. (Phrasal verb)
    • We are observing a tapering-off period. (Here, "tapering-off" acts as a compound adjective modifying "period").
Variants and Related Words
  • Taper (verb): To diminish or reduce in thickness, width, or intensity gradually toward one end.
    • The road tapers as it enters the forest.
  • Taper (noun): A slender candle; or the shape of something that becomes gradually narrower.
  • Tapered (adjective): Having a shape that becomes gradually narrower.
    • She wore pants with a tapered leg.
Synonyms
  • Diminishing: Becoming less.
  • Subsiding: Becoming less intense or severe.
  • Abating: Becoming less intense or widespread.
  • Waning: Gradually decreasing in vigor, power, or extent.
  • Dwindling: Gradually becoming smaller.
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Taper off (verb): To reduce gradually in amount or intensity.
    • The doctor advised him to taper off the medication slowly.
Related Idioms
  • To wind down: To gradually reduce activity before stopping.
    • The company is winding down its operations in the region. (This is similar but can imply a more deliberate, managed process).
tapering off

The rain is tapering off as the sun begins to break through the clouds.

Adjective
  1. gradually decreasing until little remains

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