1. to gradually become smaller, fewer, or less; to shrink or diminish steadily

Examples

• The company’s profits began to dwindle after the recession hit.
• Her savings dwindled quickly during her unemployment.
• The crowd dwindled as the evening grew late.
• Food supplies dwindled during the long winter.
• His enthusiasm for the project dwindled over time.
• The number of available tickets dwindled rapidly.