This is the 924th most frequent Dutch word.
daalde
"Daalde" means "descended" or "declined" in English.
Here, 'daalde' denotes a decrease in temperature or a decline.
De temperatuur daalde snel na zonsondergang.
The temperature dropped quickly after sunset.
In this case, 'daalde' is used to indicate a downward movement physically.
Hij daalde de trap af met zorg omdat het donker was.
He descended the stairs carefully because it was dark.
This usage of 'daalde' reflects the concept of a decrease in popularity or status.