recede

[US]/rɪˈsiːd/
[UK]/rɪˈsiːd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

vi. move back; become weaker
vt. return

Phrases & Collocations

recede in importance

recede from

Example Sentences

recede from a bargain

The colleges would recede in importance.

a hairline that had receded;

a plane retracting its landing gear.See Synonyms at recede

his footsteps receded down the corridor.

the flood waters had not receded and the situation was still critical.

The mountain peaks recede into the distance as one leaves the shore.

As we gained height, the ground receded from view.

Real-world Examples

We will come back when the water recedes.

Source: PBS English News

Some people began to clean up their homes where the water receded.

Source: VOA Standard English - Asia

As winter recedes, the days get longer.

Source: Discovery Channel: Battle of the Dinosaurs

His footsteps receded and they heard a distant door slam.

Source: 2. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

His hair was receding somewhat, which emphasized the pointed chin.

Source: 7. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

Although, the coming months could be better as the omicron wave recedes.

Source: NPR News February 2022 Compilation

It would be so hard for him to recede into the background.

Source: Go blank axis version

They anticipate being able to recoup that margin at some point when prices recede.

Source: Wall Street Journal

What is happening is that your skin is receding, giving the impression of growth.

Source: World Atlas of Wonders

Haley says the central area of the state is recovering as the water recedes.

Source: AP Listening October 2015 Collection

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