
Less and less
Frequency Usage
Use 'less and less' to express a gradual decrease in frequency of an action or event.
She found herself checking her phone less and less.
Emphasizing Change
Emphasize a continuous decrease over time; suggests an ongoing process.
The old well was used less and less.
Expectation Adjustment
Signal to lower expectations for the likelihood or quality of something happening.
Winning the lottery seemed less and less possible.