LingakuFrequency rank: 36,082. – 36,518.
- on the wane (e.g. popularity of something); decline of one's fortunes
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
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- on the wane (e.g. popularity of something)
- decline of one's fortunes
This usage refers to a situation where something that was once popular or thriving is now experiencing a decrease in popularity or effectiveness.
This meaning refers to a person's financial or personal situation deteriorating or becoming less favorable than it once was.
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They say it's on the wane, but it's still got something hasn't it?
As soon as they realized the mayor was on his way down, his critics started coming out of the woodwork.