declines

Noun

decline (countable and uncountable, plural declines)

1. (dynamically) Downward movement, fall.
   • The aircraft went into a sudden decline before the pilot regained control.

   Synonyms:

   descent

2. A sloping downward, e.g. of a hill or road.
   • After taking a right from that turn a decline will come into view.
3. A deterioration of condition; a weakening or worsening.
   • He has experienced a sudden decline in his health.

   Synonyms:

   descent

4. A reduction or diminution of activity, prevalence or quantity.
   • Population decline is a major concern.
5. The act of declining or refusing something.
   • The issuing bank only checks the consumer's credit card number for authorization. […] Soft declines are those declines in which the bank requires further verification.2004, David A. Montague, Fraud Prevention Techniques for Credit Card Fraud

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