was declining, was decaying (imperfect tense of 'decair')
1. Third person singular imperfect indicative of 'decair' - to decline, deteriorate, or fall into disrepair
The old mansion decayed over the years.
A velha mansão decaía ao longo dos anos.
2. To lose strength, vigor, or importance gradually
His health was declining rapidly.
Sua saúde decaía rapidamente.
3. To fall or diminish in value or quality
The empire's power was waning.
O poder do império decaía.
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