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Sensory Fading

Used when senses like sound or sight gradually reduce in strength.

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The echo of the sirens tailed off in the distance.
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Interest Decline

Refers to slowly losing interest or attention over time.

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As the lecture dragged on, students' attention began to tail off.
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Emotional Cooling

Describes emotions decreasing in intensity, such as excitement or anger.

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His initial anger tailed off once he understood the situation.
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