The phrasal verb "die away" is commonly used in informal speech, though it can also appear in more formal writing, particularly in descriptive or literary contexts. It describes the gradual diminishing of sound, light, wind, or emotions, often indicating something fading to the point of disappearing. For example, "The sound of the music died away as the car moved down the street." It conveys a sense of continuity and a natural or gentle decline. This phrasal verb is often used in both spoken and written English to create vivid imagery or illustrate the passage of time and change in intensity. Its use is widespread in storytelling, poetry, and narrative writing. It does not usually carry any negative connotations, simply denoting a lessening or fading away of something initially perceptible.
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1. To become gradually weaker or fainter until it disappears.
The sound of the music slowly died away as we walked further from the concert.
As the storm moved on, the strong winds began to die away.
The applause died away as the speaker left the stage.
2. To diminish in intensity or strength over time.
The excitement about the new movie eventually died away.
As the years passed, his anger toward them began to die away.
The initial interest in the new project died away after a few months.