Tapering Off (Adjective)
Meaning
Gradually decreasing until little remains.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The company's profits were tapering off as the industry faced increased competition and changing consumer trends.
- Her interest in the hobby was tapering off after she realized it was too time-consuming to maintain.
- The athlete's performance was tapering off towards the end of the season due to fatigue and injuries.
- The government incentives for renewable energy were tapering off, making it harder for companies to stay profitable.
- The popularity of the TV show was tapering off as the writers struggled to come up with new plotlines and engaging story arcs.