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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