trickle-down
adjective
trick·le-down
ˈtri-kəl-ˈdau̇n 
1
: relating to or working on the principle of trickle-down theory
trickle-down economics
2
: relating to or being an effect caused gradually by remote or indirect influences
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The entire workforce benefits from the trickle-down effect of having a leader who prioritizes work-life balance, and so numerous CEOs and leadership experts told Fortune that Starmer’s stance on working 24/7 sets a good example for healthy working standards.
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Prarthana Prakash, Fortune Europe, 8 July 2024
Whether one subscribes to theories of trickle-down economics, there is ample evidence to substantiate that trickle-down technology is alive and working to the advantage of those without $160,000 to dedicate to their loudspeaker purchase.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 3 July 2024
Kristol envisions Trump obliterating post-Watergate norms that gave the Justice Department a measure of independence, and a trickle-down effect that would give license to Trump’s aides — inducing ideologues like Trump advisor Stephen Miller — to make demands of officials on Trump’s behalf.
—David G. Savage, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2024
The interference with commercial trade in the Red Sea has a trickle-down effect that could drive up the costs of goods on Maryland households.
—Chevy Weiss, Baltimore Sun, 21 June 2024
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Prarthana Prakash, Fortune Europe, 8 July 2024
Whether one subscribes to theories of trickle-down economics, there is ample evidence to substantiate that trickle-down technology is alive and working to the advantage of those without $160,000 to dedicate to their loudspeaker purchase.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 3 July 2024
Kristol envisions Trump obliterating post-Watergate norms that gave the Justice Department a measure of independence, and a trickle-down effect that would give license to Trump’s aides — inducing ideologues like Trump advisor Stephen Miller — to make demands of officials on Trump’s behalf.
—David G. Savage, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2024
The interference with commercial trade in the Red Sea has a trickle-down effect that could drive up the costs of goods on Maryland households.
—Chevy Weiss, Baltimore Sun, 21 June 2024
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