EBB

[noun] [U]We'll sail on the ebb (= when the tide is moving away from the coast).(figurative) Consumer confidence is currently at a low ebb (= in a bad state).The ebb and flow (= frequently changing situation) of politics in Washington goes on as usual.The ebb tide (= general movement of the sea away from the coast) will take us out of the bay. Compare flood tide at flood (COVER WITH WATER).