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wane

Wane means to decrease in power, size or intensity. (verb)

An example of to wane is for the visible face of the moon to appear to be gradually growing smaller over many nights, changing from a full round shape to a thin crescent shape.

Wane is a period of decline in size or intensity. (noun)

An example of wane is the declining popularity and career of an old movie star.

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