declines
US /dɪˈklaɪnz/
UK /dɪˈklaɪnz/
動詞
1.
拒絕, 謝絕
to politely refuse an invitation or offer
範例:
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She declines all invitations to parties.
她拒絕所有派對邀請。
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The company declines to comment on the rumors.
公司拒絕評論這些謠言。
2.
下降, 衰退
to decrease in quantity, quality, or strength
範例:
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The population of the city declines rapidly.
城市人口迅速下降。
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His health declines with age.
他的健康狀況隨著年齡的增長而下降。
名詞
下降, 衰退
a gradual and continuous loss of strength, numbers, or value
範例:
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The company has seen a steady decline in sales.
公司銷售額持續下滑。
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There has been a sharp decline in the number of students.
學生人數急劇下降。