Their numbers diminished with the waning of the textile trade, and, when that industry died, gradually dwindled away.

When the post office closed in 1953, Shindler gradually dwindled.

The community gradually dwindled during the 15th century.

The school's cosmopolitan community gradually dwindled until it became entirely Egyptian.

But enrollment gradually dwindled due to the opening of free public schools in the different barangays.

The stream gradually dwindled to nothing about 10 years ago.

The daily rallies gradually dwindled and ended on 24 July -107 days after they kicked off.

Only in the process our enthusiasm gradually dwindled as did the supply of air for blowing out the tanks.

The town's military importance, however, gradually dwindled until, by the 19th century, its stones were being carried away to be used in other construction.

The squeaking buzz beneath their feet dwindled gradually to silence.