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Term: Waning Gibbous

Definition:

The term "waning gibbous" refers to a phase of the moon that occurs after the full moon and before the third quarter. During this phase, more than half but less than the entire illuminated portion of the moon is visible from Earth, with the visible portion decreasing each day.

Example Sentences:

• The night sky looked mesmerizing with the waning gibbous moon shining brightly.
• As the waning gibbous moon rose above the horizon, the tides began to recede.
• During the waning gibbous phase, the moon becomes smaller and less bright.

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