as in recession
a period of decreased economic activity
the stock market is in a bit of a slump, but analysts expect things to pick up in the next fiscal quarter
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Brian Boucher For Artnews, Robb Report, 23 Nov. 2024
Regardless, McDaniel thinks the nine-game offensive slump to start the season could serve to help the Dolphins in this eight-game, second-half of the season stretch run.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 15 Nov. 2024
Jordan Valinsky, CNN, 6 Nov. 2024
The graying convict sat slumped in a wheelchair — a far cry from the flamboyant woman who sometimes was mistaken for actress Elizabeth Taylor and who glided through rooms enveloped in the scent of gardenias, Kimes’ dad’s favorite scent.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 19 Nov. 2024
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Tonight’s outing, coming within estimate, suggested that at the end of two weeks of auctions, the auction market is bouncing back from a historic slump.
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Last week, Starbucks (SBUX) reported a third straight quarter of slumping sales and declining customer visits: Global sales at stores open at least a year dropped 7% last quarter and the number of customer transactions fell 8%.
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The Biden administration appears to have pulled off the elusive economic soft landing, getting inflation in check without crashing the economy into a recession.David Rae, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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The broader economy has shown remarkable resilience, defying expectations that the Federal Reserve's steep rate hikes would push the nation into a recession.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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Recruiters advise paying attention to your facial and body language and refraining from slouching, fidgeting and a limp handshake that can convey a lack of confidence.Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
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In its own Champions League encounter with Bayern's domestic foes Borussia Dortmund, a slouching Madrid went 2-0 down at the Bernabeu before coming back to win 5-2.Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
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As Meisel noted wryly, both teams are skidding into the seismic clash.Zack Meisel, The Athletic, 9 Aug. 2024
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The bus flipped on its right side and skidded through the dirt and grass before rolling over and crashing to a stop on its wheels.Tony Plohetski, Austin American-Statesman, 17 July 2024
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Falling interest rates are likely to kickstart the sagging homebuilding market, increasing demand for Stanley’s tools.Paulina Likos, CNBC, 29 Nov. 2024
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Semler Scientific is part of a wave of small public companies looking to infuse their sagging stocks with the pixie dust fueling the current bull market in crypto.Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
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Only four Republicans would need to side with Democrats in opposing Hegseth’s nomination to tank his chances.Juliann Ventura, The Hill, 30 Nov. 2024
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No team bad enough to be tanking is also good enough to compete in a major tournament.Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 27 Nov. 2024
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As other projects have collapsed, had internal fighting, rug pulls, liquidity issues, legal troubles, and more, the Bitcoin community has sat back with a quiet confidence that no other project could match.Nimrod Lehavi, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
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The blaze collapsed the cathedral’s spire and spread to one of its rectangular towers.Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY, 30 Nov. 2024
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The 475 pieces included allow kids and adults to enjoy putting together a poodle, beagle, and Labrador retriever. Apple AirPods with Charging Case (2nd Generation) Don’t struggle with wireless headphones that won’t hold a charge.Ali Faccenda, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
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The Old Guard outlets are struggling for audiences, subscribers, and ad revenue.David Remnick, The New Yorker, 30 Nov. 2024
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New investments in the sector drooped too, by nearly 54% to $1.4 billion on 186 deals.David Bloom, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Best, Easiest Couples Halloween Costumes By Jake Henry Smith Woman of the Year Gigi Hadid picked a pair of art-imitates-life earrings in the shape of a drooping leaf—covered in diamonds.Ana Colón, Glamour, 9 Oct. 2024
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“Slump.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slump. Accessed 12 Dec. 2024.
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