decline over time
[dɪˈklaɪn ˈoʊvər taɪm]
verb phrase
declínio ao longo do tempo
1. to gradually decrease in quality, quantity, strength, or value during a period
The company's sales have been in decline over time due to increased competition.
As vendas da empresa estão em declínio ao longo do tempo devido à concorrência aumentada.
2. to gradually become weaker or less active as time passes
His health continued to decline over time after the diagnosis.
Sua saúde continuou a declinar ao longo do tempo após o diagnóstico.
3. to gradually lose importance, popularity, or relevance
The influence of traditional media has declined over time with the rise of digital platforms.
A influência da mídia tradicional declinou ao longo do tempo com o surgimento das plataformas digitais.
This phrase is commonly used in business, health, and social contexts in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese. In corporate settings, it's frequently used in financial reports and market analysis. In healthcare, it's used to describe progressive conditions. The concept reflects a broader cultural understanding of entropy and inevitable change over time.
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