SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
subside
verb
To become less intense or to sink to a lower level.
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Become less intense
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Usage distinction
Return to topSubside describes intensity becoming lower. Taper off often suggests a gradual reduction rather than a sudden change.
Sink to a lower level
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Usage distinction
Return to topSubside emphasizes settling or sinking. Collapse suggests loss of structural support and can be much more abrupt.
CHECK THE MEANING IN CONTEXT
See subside in use
The noise began to subside after the audience took its seats.
Customer anger begins to subside after people receive accurate collection dates and see the promised pickups occur.
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