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sags

verb

present tense third-person singular of sag

as in droops

to be limp from lack of water or vigor the plant's leaves were sagging feebly in the intense heat

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as in slips

to decline gradually from a standard level sales figures have sagged slightly over the past six months

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as in fades

to lose bodily strength or vigor after a whole day of working in the hot sun, he began to sag

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Recent Examples of sags Unfortunately, using too little paint will leave patchy areas and harsh lines, and using too much paint will promote drips and paint that sags. — Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 6 July 2026 There is no scrapeable archive of how to grasp a wet cup, unload a box that sags in the middle, fold a towel, or help an older adult out of a chair. — Robert J. Szczerba, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026 As a result, the tournament typically sags in the middle, as neither comes close to losing. — Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 27 May 2026 The roof flakes, the porch sags. — Literary Hub, 18 Mar. 2026 Their constant companion in the campaign is the Amazona 180 bag that made its debut on the Loewe runway last October, a slouchy, one-handle style that sags open when left unzipped. — Miles Socha, Footwear News, 16 Feb. 2026 Unlike your average and typical pillow that sags over time, this one has hotel-like appeal because of its precise border for a structured, refined look. — Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 10 Feb. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for sags

Verb

Too thick of a mascara coat, and suddenly my gaze droops.

— Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2026
The cream should hold a soft, semi-sturdy peak that gently droops at the tip without collapsing entirely.

— Gabi De la Rosa, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2025

Definition of droops

Verb

That uncertainty extends to the film itself, which slips between psychological drama, comedy and magical realism without settling comfortably into any of them.

— Callum McLennan, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026
The National Safety Council notes that slips, trips, and falls are highly preventable when hazards are clearly identified, which makes independent witness statements about the floor’s condition especially useful.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of slips

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Too often, participation fades just as the lifelong benefits begin.

— Lindsay Davenport, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026
Slowing down to test demand, unit economics and operational readiness helps companies avoid costly overexpansion and build growth that lasts after the hype fades.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of fades

Verb

Wild Bill Hickok’s chair hangs over the door, and there’s enough sawdust on the floor to burn the place down.

— Jacqueline Kehoe, Midwest Living, 19 Aug. 2026
And as lawmakers negotiate final compromises, a 2021 procedural standoff hangs over the effort, reminding the industry how quickly momentum can evaporate on the Senate floor.

— Cleve Mesidor, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of hangs

Verb

This park also falls along the Rio Grande and includes mountainous terrain with tall cliffs and a desert landscape.

— Ashley Killough, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026
Balance is critical in helping older adults prevent falls — and it’s now considered a marker for longevity.

— Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of falls

Verb

The use of noble language to describe a process that weakens constitutional guardrails only widens the disconnect between words and actions.

— Yuripzy Morgan, Baltimore Sun, 20 Aug. 2026
The erosion of those countries’ industrial capacity ultimately weakens their ability to compete with and resist China economically, diplomatically, and militarily.

— Bill Cassidy, Foreign Affairs, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of weakens

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If the vehicle slows significantly below the required speed, the normal force between its tires and the tunnel surface decreases, increasing the risk of losing contact.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 18 Aug. 2026
Research from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology shows that AI adoption in manufacturing initially decreases productivity before ultimately helping workers achieve long-term gains.

— Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026

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