in decline

idiom

: to become less powerful, wealthy, etc.

There was a general feeling that the country was in decline.

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Lincoln, born February 12, deserves a holiday as much as any American, but standalone celebrations of Lincoln have been in decline. —

The Editors, National Review, 17 Feb. 2025 Kelly’s career was already in decline, but the documentary burned what was left of his reputation to the ground and sped his downfall. —

John Annese, New York Daily News, 12 Feb. 2025 Meanwhile, its elderly population is growing – those aged over 60 accounted for 22% of the total population last year – while the working population – classified as those between the ages of 16 and 59 - has been in decline. —

Chris Lau, CNN, 12 Feb. 2025 Between the lines: Student performance, which was already in decline before the pandemic, has worsened since 2020 overall, making federal funds to help bridge academic gaps all the more important. —

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