All 3 Uses of
wane
in
Bleak House
- "Now, little housewife," said my guardian, looking at his watch, "I was strictly timed before I came upstairs, for you must not be tired too soon; and my time has waned away to the last minute.†
Chpt 34-36
- The day waned into a gloomy evening, overcast and sad, and I still contended with the same distress.†
Chpt 34-36 *
- Matters being brought to this so far satisfactory pass, and time being on the wane, Mrs. Bagnet proposes a departure.†
Chpt 55-57
Definition:
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(wane) a gradual decline (in size or strength or power or number) -- especially the part of the moon that is visible