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subside, decrease, disappear, fade

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Example Sentences

Example:The community’s fear subsided after the mayor assured them of safety.

Definition:To gradually become less intense or serious; to grow weaker.

From subside

Example:The pain decreased after taking the new medication.

Definition:To become or cause to become smaller in size, number, or amount.

From decrease

Example:His anger disappeared after a long talk with his friend.

Definition:To become no longer visible, present, or manifest.

From disappear

Example:The sore in his leg started to fade after he applied the ointment.

Definition:To diminish or weaken gradually; to lessen in importance, intensity, or volume.

From fade