declined
US /dɪˈklaɪnd/
UK /dɪˈklaɪnd/
動詞
1.
拒絕, 謝絕
to politely refuse an invitation or offer
範例:
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She declined the invitation to the party.
她拒絕了派對的邀請。
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He declined to comment on the matter.
他拒絕就此事發表評論。
2.
下降, 衰退
to decrease in quantity, importance, or strength
範例:
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The company's profits have declined over the past year.
公司利潤在過去一年中下降了。
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His health has been declining rapidly.
他的健康狀況一直在迅速惡化。