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Meanings of receding in English
Usage of receding in English
1
They have passed their closest point of approach and are now receding.
2
A receding hairline added a few more years to his apparent age.
3
The reference points are all in the receding past for Derry football.
4
Just a vague sense of flat land receding into the frigid distance.
5
Edda remained on the top of the tower watching the receding ship.
6
The sink directly behind Ralph began to lower, receding into the floor.
7
As we push onward, I feel the city skyline receding behind us.
8
He did not answer, but beyond the door I heard receding footsteps.
9
Popping it open, she discovered a stairwell and heard noises receding below.
10
He could hear Jim's footsteps receding in the direction of the station.
11
The crowds around us were surging and receding like the restless sea.
12
Seconds later I heard another clunk, receding footsteps, then the slamming door.
13
The curtain was raised, and I heard footsteps receding on the stairs.
14
He could hear the others behind him still receding towards the house.
15
The headaches would come in waves all day, receding then getting stronger.
16
In the Gisborne region, rivers around Tolaga Bay were receding this afternoon.
About this term
Frequent collocations
Receding through the time
Receding across language varieties
United Kingdom
Common
United States of America
Common
Ireland
Common