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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a slight declining" is not correct in standard written English.
The correct form would typically be "a slight decline" or "slight decline."
Example: "There has been a slight decline in sales over the past quarter."
Alternatives: "a minor decrease" or "a small drop."
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There were no statistically significant differences in prevalence between the different years, although there was a slight declining trend in overweight and obesity over time (data not shown).
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Economists had expected a slight decline.
A slight decline is forecast.
A slight decline is expected.
There was a slight decline in 2013-14.
In Rockland County, there was a slight decline.
Economists had forecast a slight decline.
This was a slight decline on the previous year.
And Exubera caused a slight decline in lung function.
Without that adjustment, Wall Street shows a slight decline.
Quarterly data may also show a slight decline in prices.
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