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Disappearing Meaning in English

word · lemma: disappear

/ˌdɪsəˈpiɹɪŋ/
dis-uh-PEER-ing
/dˌɪsɐpˈiəɹɪŋ/
dis-uh-PEE-uh-ring

Definition

Stopping to be seen or no longer existing; the process of going away from sight, presence, or existence.

Usage & Nuances

Usually used to describe people, objects, or phenomena that are no longer visible or present. Common with progressive tenses: 'is disappearing,' 'was disappearing.' Often paired with issues (species disappearing, traditions disappearing). Not interchangeable with 'vanishing' in technical senses, but often similar in casual use.

Example Sentences

The magician made the coin start disappearing.

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The sun is disappearing behind the clouds.

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My cat keeps disappearing every afternoon.

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Rainforests around the world are disappearing fast.

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Why is my connection always disappearing during video calls?

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More and more small stores are disappearing from our city.

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