1. to move back or away from a previous position
2. to become less strong, intense, or prominent
3. to slope backward from a vertical position

Examples

• The floodwaters began to recede after three days.
• His hairline started to recede in his thirties.
• The pain will recede gradually with medication.
• The mountains recede into the distance.
• Her memories of childhood began to recede over time.
• The tide recedes twice daily, exposing the beach.
• His chin recedes slightly, giving him a distinctive profile.