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tail off

1 of 1verb
/ˈteɪl ɔf/
Forms:tails off,tailing off,tailed off,tailed off
1

to decrease in quantity, intensity, or level over time

C2
  • The excitement of the event began to tail off towards the end.
  • The effectiveness of the medication might tail off over time.
  • The crowd's enthusiasm tailed off as the performance went on.
  • Motivation can tail off if the goals are not clear.