This was a considerable decline from the 46 and 49 votes, respectively, received for the two previous petitions.

New figures from 2005 reported 8,420, meaning a considerable decline in population due to immigration.

It suffered a considerable decline, both spiritual and financial, in the period of the Reformation, and for a time passed into private ownership.

Those sales have shown a considerable overall decline since the late 1970s, with a fall of some 30 per cent in value following 1979.

A considerable decline has occurred in recent years.

However, industry observers have noted that 2011 showed a considerable decline in audience interest.

While scores were up slightly from the year before for the city, some of the poorest and lowest-performing districts showed considerable decline.

Forecasts, however, show a considerable decline within the next two decades.

Flushing Avenue has seen considerable decline since its heyday in the early and mid-20th century.

The decisions we have taken on energy policy should be long term and lead gradually to a considerable decline in carbon dioxide emission levels.