as in decrease
the amount by which something is lessened
the falloff in sales was more than the store could weather and so its closing was inevitable
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as in to curve
to turn away from a straight line or course
the coastline falls off toward the north after you round the bay
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Recent Examples of falloff
David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
Although researchers are still racing to figure out just how effective mRNA shots (and all shots) are at preventing illness from Omicron, initial research suggests that the falloff is significant.
—Nicole Lurie, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2021
Jared Gans, The Hill, 24 Nov. 2024
The Knights’ shooting also fell off dramatically after the first quarter, and the Huskies held them scoreless for a 20-0 run over more than six minutes in the third.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 21 Nov. 2024
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Noun
However, the Spurs did see a massive falloff once some of the legends retired.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
Although researchers are still racing to figure out just how effective mRNA shots (and all shots) are at preventing illness from Omicron, initial research suggests that the falloff is significant.
—Nicole Lurie, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2021
Verb
Following his indictment, Adams’s political fundraising almost completely fell off, only taking in a single donation of $250 in the two and half weeks after he was charged.
—Jared Gans, The Hill, 24 Nov. 2024
The Knights’ shooting also fell off dramatically after the first quarter, and the Huskies held them scoreless for a 20-0 run over more than six minutes in the third.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 21 Nov. 2024
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For instance, the decrease in price and even physical size of core elements like batteries, processing chips and bandwidth have allowed for the creation of devices that provide previously unfathomable experiences.Jon Kirchner, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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After 12 weeks of yoga training, questionnaires from the participants showed decreases in tension anxiety, depression, anger-hostility, fatigue, confusion, and somatization.Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 9 Dec. 2024
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Inside, a double-height foyer displaying a curving staircase leads to a high-ceilinged living room centered around a bespoke fireplace adorned with a vintage mantel by Jamb of London.Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 12 Dec. 2024
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It’s decorated in shades of wood and white, with gently curving ceilings (a little cavelike, a little nautical) and walls dotted with interesting, mismatched pieces of art.Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 8 Dec. 2024
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Switzerland became the first major economy to loosen its reins on monetary policy in March, implementing four reductions this year in the battle to tame the national currency’s appreciation and declines in consumer prices.Ruxandra Iordache, CNBC, 12 Dec. 2024
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Leaders who prioritize debt reduction as part of their digital transformation efforts ensure their organizations remain competitive in an ever-changing market.Shyam Alok, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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The decline was widespread, occurring in 46 states.Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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With inflation now easing and interest rates dropping, experts hope Americans will continue chipping away at the decline or reverse it this year.Medora Lee, USA TODAY, 2 Dec. 2024
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The Pinecone Drop is one of Arizona's many variations on the traditional ball drop to ring in the new year; Prescott drops a boot and Yuma used to drop a head of lettuce.Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 13 Dec. 2024
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Start off with a small amount—only a few drops—and slowly increase the amount if desired.Susan Bard, Verywell Health, 12 Dec. 2024
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Despite the enthusiasm, modular companies have yet to establish significant pipelines of projects, and few are constructing the large apartment complexes that might put a dent in the housing shortage.Jacob Posner, The Christian Science Monitor, 5 Dec. 2024
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Precipitation in West Virginia helped put a dent in the state's worst drought in at least two decades and boosted ski resorts preparing to open their slopes in the weeks ahead.CBS News, CBS News, 24 Nov. 2024
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“Falloff.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/falloff. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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