Seep away Meaning in English
expression
释义
To gradually disappear or leak out, usually referring to liquids, feelings, or resources slowly going away.
用法与细微差别
Common in both literal (liquid leaking away) and figurative (emotions, energy) senses. More literary or descriptive than everyday speech; often appears in narratives. Not interchangeable with simply 'disappear'—it emphasizes slow, gradual loss.
例句
The color on the wall started to seep away after years in the sun.
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His motivation seemed to seep away during the long project.
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Water from the crack began to seep away onto the ground.
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After hearing the bad news, my excitement just seeped away.
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All the hope seemed to seep away as the day went on.
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By the end of the meeting, her patience had completely seeped away.
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