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Taper

usgb/ˈteɪpər/Volume
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Visual Imagery

Picture something narrowing down to help remember this use of 'taper'.

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His attention started to taper as the lecture dragged on.
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Gradual Process

Imagine gradually lessening, like a cone shape, not abrupt.

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The curtains tapered elegantly to the floor.
Visual representation of the word "Taper"

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