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ebb

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Definitions

v.

Of the tide: to flow back or recede; to gradually decline or weaken.

（潮水）退去；衰退，减弱

n.

The receding movement of the tide; a gradual decline in strength or size.

退潮；衰退，低落

adj.

Low or shallow.

低的，浅的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
ebbother
=ebb

Common Collocations

  • 1.ebb and flow起伏变化
  • 2.ebb away逐渐消退

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The tide began to ebb, revealing shells and seaweed on the beach.

  • 2.

    His confidence seemed to ebb away as criticism mounted.

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