The recent apparent decline in the eastern subpopulation is considered to be a fluctuation and is not inconsistent with a «Least Concern» listing. (nps.gov)
No wonder nobody wants to extend and now who will want to sign for a club in apparent decline?????!!!!! (justarsenal.com)
Sullivan said she is most concerned about the «apparent decline in society's confidence in science as an enterprise of special value to society and of scientists as respected and trustworthy people.» (aaas.org)