The federation declined in the 1050s due to internal struggles (see below).

The city declined continuously, due to the lacking of industry and communication.

He was asked to stand for Parliament on two occasions but declined partly due to reasons of poor health.

Nevertheless, the wine industry declined further, due to lack of profits.

In 2011 the school declined to Warning status due to lower student achievement.

However, public interest declined soon due to various factors.

This bird's numbers are declining, possibly due to habitat loss.

Native American populations declined rapidly, however, due to introduced diseases.

However, he declined the job offer due to many rumors and attacks in the media and press.

The club declined in the late 1990s due to financial problems which caused key players to be sold.