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dying

[ˈdaɪɪŋ]

dying Definition

  • 1(of a person) in the process of passing from life to death
  • 2(of a thing) ceasing to exist or function

Using dying: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dying" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The dying man was surrounded by his family.

  • Example

    The company is in its dying days.

  • Example

    The plant is dying because it hasn't been watered.

dying Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with dying

  • a group of people or things that are becoming rare or no longer important

    Example

    In the age of digital media, print newspapers are a dying breed.

  • an art form that is no longer popular or widely practiced

    Example

    Calligraphy is considered a dying art in the age of computers and smartphones.

  • a dying wish

    a final request made by someone who knows they are going to die soon

    Example

    Her dying wish was to see her grandchildren one last time.

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Summary: dying in Brief

The term 'dying' [ˈdaɪɪŋ] refers to the process of passing from life to death, as in 'The dying man was surrounded by his family.' It also describes things that are ceasing to exist or function, such as 'The company is in its dying days.' The phrase 'a dying breed' denotes a group of people or things that are becoming rare or no longer important.