downturn
noun
down·turn
ˈdau̇n-ˌtərn 
: a downward turn especially toward a decline in business and economic activity
Examples of downturn in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Earnings from India’s bellwether software services exporters have reinforced investor concerns about the sector’s growth prospects, signaling that the downturn in their stocks has further to run.
—
Ashutosh Joshi, Bloomberg, 27 Apr. 2026
The funds were nearing insolvency after years of declining employment amid rising healthcare costs as the industry continues to weather a downturn in global production.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 26 Apr. 2026
Savers might want to take a second look at I Bonds, if they're rattled by the latest downturn in the stock market and surge in inflation.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2026
Of course, the Red Sox’s dramatic downturn isn’t only about the loss of Bregman’s bat.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for downturn
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Ashutosh Joshi, Bloomberg, 27 Apr. 2026
The funds were nearing insolvency after years of declining employment amid rising healthcare costs as the industry continues to weather a downturn in global production.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 26 Apr. 2026
Savers might want to take a second look at I Bonds, if they're rattled by the latest downturn in the stock market and surge in inflation.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2026
Of course, the Red Sox’s dramatic downturn isn’t only about the loss of Bregman’s bat.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for downturn
Cite this Entry
“Downturn.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/downturn. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
