Definition of Receding

to move back or further away

Examples of Receding in a sentence

Phil wears a hat whenever he is in public to hide his receding hairline.  🔊

She watched the fast receding coastline with a sense of dread, as the boat drifted further and further away.  🔊

The receding floodwaters allowed residents to venture back into town to try to salvage whatever property remained.  🔊

The scientist is afraid that the receding glaciers will cause water levels to rise, resulting in flooding.  🔊

The risk of lung cancer appears to be receding as more people begin to shun tobacco products.  🔊

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