wane gradually
[/weɪn ˈɡrædʒuəli/]
verb phrase
diminuir gradualmente
1. to decrease or decline slowly and steadily over time
The moon wanes gradually as it moves through its cycle.
A lua diminui gradualmente conforme se move em seu ciclo.
2. to lose strength, power, or effectiveness in a slow, progressive manner
His influence in the company began to wane gradually after the new management took over.
Sua influência na empresa começou a diminuir gradualmente após a nova administração assumir.
3. to fade away or become less prominent slowly
The artist's popularity waned gradually over the following years.
A popularidade do artista diminuiu gradualmente nos anos seguintes.
The phrase 'wane gradually' is commonly used in both American and Brazilian English/Portuguese contexts. In astronomy and lunar contexts, it is essential terminology. Metaphorically, it is frequently applied to personal influence, popularity, health conditions, and business performance in both cultures. The Brazilian Portuguese 'diminuir gradualmente' is the standard literal translation, while 'ir diminuindo aos poucos' is more colloquial and emphasizes the slow, progressive nature of the decline.
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