downswing

noun

down·​swing ˈdau̇n-ˌswiŋ How to pronounce downswing (audio)
1
: a downward swing
2

Examples of downswing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web In a period of self-correction, many tech workers are now navigating the downswing that threatens to represent a new reality for the industry. Chloe Berger, Fortune, 27 Feb. 2024 The downswing came after the company’s fourth-quarter earnings report revealed revenue and loss per share were both worse than consensus analyst estimates, even as its streaming unit notched its first profitable year on record. Forbes Daily, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2024 Rising yields have been a key driver of the downswing. WSJ, 27 Sep. 2023 The slide comes as Biden is also facing a downswing in support among black and Latino voters. Christian Datoc, Washington Examiner, 8 Jan. 2024 The upswing produces euphoria; downswings cause depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), PTSD and anxiety. Maria Williams, USA TODAY, 25 Aug. 2023 Industry leader De Beers insists the current weakness is a natural downswing in demand, after stuck-at-home shoppers sent prices soaring during the pandemic, with cheaper engagement rings having been particularly vulnerable. Thomas Biesheuvel, Fortune, 3 Sep. 2023 The emergence of fellow rookie Demario Douglas initially overshadowed Boutte, but the downswing of Tyquan Thornton has opened an opportunity. Nicole Yang, BostonGlobe.com, 7 Aug. 2023 The fan hype for this year’s Comic-Con might be on the downswing, but most signs point to little change in crowds. Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 July 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1891, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of downswing was in 1891

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“Downswing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/downswing. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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